The Hunting of the Poacher King

Title

The Hunting of the Poacher King

Subject

Asian Americans Medicine *** Poaching Oregon

Description

Poacher Ray Hillsman illegally hunted bears in order to sell parts, chiefly gallbladders, to buyers. Bear gallbladders, highly prized in traditional Asian medicinal practices, commanded lucrative prices from Asian Americans. Article details the evidence gathering and eventual arrest in Hillsman's case.

Creator

Barcott, Bruce

Type

KO 7 B17 T44

Identifier

1900.8003

Collection