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American History Tellers

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San Francisco: From Mining Town to Cosmopolitan City

This chapter provides an overview of the city of San Francisco in the early 1900s, describing its growth from a rough mining town to a cosmopolitan city. It discusses the unique geography of the city, its transformation into a hub of finance, manufacturing, shipping, railroads, and culture, and highlights the dense neighborhoods, including Chinatown.

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