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Joshua Forman founded Syracuse, N.Y., was an early advocate of the Erie Canal, moved to N. Carolina in 1829, and became a land and mining speculator. His grave is 50 yds. east.
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Rutherfordton, North Carolina · United States
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The Charters of Freedom
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Gilbert Town Historic District
Military
The North Carolina Gold Rush / Christopher Bechtler Joins the North Carolina Gold Rush
Industry
Making Millions: The Bechtler Mint Site / Sharing the Bechtler Story & Other Great Tales
Industry
On the Trail of Gold
Industry
The Mystery Tunnel: Was This Christopher Bechtler's Gold Mine?
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