THE GOLD FEVER MANIA

It was 1849 when a veritable swarm of hopeful souls swarmed to California, driven by the powerful lure of gold. Every man, woman, and child dreamt of striking it rich, leaving behind their {humblebeginnings in pursuit of fortune. The {spiritfeverish frenzy was contagious, spreading the nation like wildfire. The land itself seemed to pulsate with th