I have info on John G. Pea who had gone to Calif. to search for gold. He became ill on way back by steamship of the Chagres Fever and died. They buried him at sea. If anyone is related to him contact me at
sgchewy@earthlink.netI have a copy of the letter from State of LA, City of New Orleans telling of his death and the gold dust that was found in his possession. My g, g, g, grandfather was also on that ship and died of same thing. They both were buried at sea near Key West Florida.