Benjamin M. Hartshorne
Benjamin M. Hartshorne | |
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Daguerreotype of Hartshorne, c. 1850 | |
| Born | 7 May 1826 Highlands, New Jersey, United States |
| Died | 21 March 1902 (aged 75) |
| Occupation | Businessman |
Benjamin Minturn Hartshorne (May 7 1826–March 21 1902) was an American businessman rose to prominence during the California Gold Rush. He was involved in Sacramento River and Colorado River steamboats as well as maritime shipping.