Alonzo Leland 1818-1891


A pioneer newspaper editor and politician who heavily promoted the massive Clearwater gold rush. He advocated fiercely to split the Idaho Territory and annex its northern panhandle to Washington.

 

Biographical Overview

  • Lived from 1818 to 1891
  • Born: Jan 1, 1818, Vermont
  • Died: Oct 24, 1891, Lewiston, ID

 

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Last updated: 2026-09-30