This is a lot of 3 fabulous pieces from the booming years of Nevada City! The Rector Brothers came to California in 1874 and eventually became the proprietors of the Union Hotel in Nevada City. In 1886, the two acquired the National Exchange, which became known as the National Hotel. All 3 of the following pieces in this group were issued to the Rector Bros. 1) Three month tavern license, no. 151. It is dated April, 6, 1887 and was good until July 6, 1887. The piece has some wear, including some pin holes on the corners. 2) Three month tavern license, no. 838. It was dated sometime in January and good until April of 1887. The writing is extremely faded on this piece. 3) Three month liquor license no. 415. It was good from April 1 to July 1 of 1887. This piece has some wear including a large crease down the center. [REF: A Memorial and Biographical History of Northern California] Nevada City, CA

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