
SOLANO, CA: HISTORY OF SOLANO & NAPA COUNTY.
2 Volumes. (S. J. Clarke Co. ; 1926)
The document outlines significant historical events in Vallejo and Solano County, highlighting the role of Eleazer Frisbie as postmaster and Admiral David G. Farragut's arrival at Mare Island in 1854. It discusses the contentious proposal for Vallejo to become the county seat, which was ultimately accepted on February 4, 1851, despite opposition and minimal taxation for property owners. Additionally, the text addresses political tensions surrounding election candidates, leading to protests, and emphasizes Vallejo's importance as a pivotal location for early governance and military presence in California.