California Yankee: William R. Staats, Business Pioneer - Paperback

""California Yankee: William R. Staats, Business Pioneer"" is a biography written by Carol Green Wilson, chronicling the life and achievements of William R. Staats. Staats was a successful businessman who made significant contributions to the development of California's economy during the early 20th century. The book details Staats' upbringing in New York, his move to California, and his various business ventures, including his role in founding the Southern Pacific Railroad. It also explores his personal life, including his marriage and his involvement in philanthropic efforts. Through extensive research and interviews with Staats' descendants, Wilson provides a comprehensive look at the life of this influential figure in California's history. The book offers insights into the challenges and opportunities of business during this era, as well as the social and political context of Staats' life. Overall, ""California Yankee"" is a fascinating portrait of a pioneering businessman and his impact on California's growth and development.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.