Who Found
Smith, McGinnnis, & Vaughan to 30/32'
Onslow Company to 95'
When Found
1795 1804-5
Where Found
Original "Money Pit"
Firsthand / Secondhand
Secondhand
References
R.V. Harris 2nd Edition pg. 9 "The earth below the logs had settled nearly two feet" (Refers to first platform found 10' below flagstone tier or about 12' below grade.)
Location Today
Unknown
Oddity Factor
2
Assessment of Authenticity
Consistent verbal tradition with continuity until written down.
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