Biography of George Moore, 1902, Baker Co. Oregon: Surnames: Moore.

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An Illustrated History of Baker, Grant, Malheur and Harney Counties, pub. 1902
by Western Historical Pub. Co. of Chicago. page 291

George Moore

George Moore was born in Trumbull county, Ohio, on July 26, 1834, being the
son of Harvey and Phoebe Moore. His early life was spent on a farm and in
attending common school during portions of each year until he was eighteen
years of age, and then the adventurous spirit aroused by the tidings from the
golden west determined him to try his fortune in these regions, and
accordingly he came to California with an ox train, consuming six months in
the trip. He landed in Vulcan mining camp and immediately began what proved to
be his life's work, mining. In the early 'sixties he went to the camps about
Florence and Elk City, Idaho, then returned to California and went to Virginia
City, later to Diamond City, Montana, then in 1868 came to Baker county. Here
he has made his home since and has constantly been occupied in mining. He has
owned some valuable claims and has been a leader in his line for many years,
having both he energy and the experience with the ability required for this
position. At the present time he is still actively interested in mining and
working some claims in the county. Fraternally Mr. Moore is affiliated with
the I.O.O.F., Lodge No. 26, of Baker City, and he enjoys the honor of being
past grand. Mr. Moore has so demeaned himself that he has won the entire
regard and confidence of the people and is held in high esteem, while the
golden years of his life are being spent in the associations of many friends.