Joyce, I can try to check the papers for that death - and also the CAIF (information file) to see if his name is mentioned. Will this help? Sandra From: Joyce Mason <[email protected]> To: [email protected] Subject: [CA-GOLDRUSH-L] Ben F Mason death at Grizzly Flat Hello, I am new to the list and am interested in learning if any information is available on my ancestor Benjamin Franklin Mason who drowned at Grizzly Flat, El Dorado County CA on June 9,1858. Would there have been a newspaper notice, or death certificate? Does anyone know if there is a Grizzly Flat cememtery where he might be buried? Any information will be greatly appreciated. Thank you. Joyce Mason Palm Springs, CA