Cornelius Cole California Pioneer and United States Senator - Hardcover

""Cornelius Cole California Pioneer and United States Senator"" is a biographical book written by Catherine Coffin Phillips. The book tells the story of Cornelius Cole, a prominent figure in California's history, who played a significant role in the state's development and progress. Cole was a pioneer who migrated to California during the Gold Rush era and became a successful lawyer and politician. He was elected to the United States Senate in 1867 and served two terms. The book covers Cole's life from his early days in New York to his journey to California, his legal career, and his political achievements. It also sheds light on his personal life, including his marriage and family. The book is a well-researched and detailed account of Cole's life and accomplishments, offering readers a glimpse into the history of California and the United States during the 19th century.1929. A study in personality and achievements bearing upon the growth of a commonwealth. A portrait of Cole, pioneer, citizen and statesman, who, at the time of his death had lived during the lifetime of every President of the United States with the exception of George Washington. His activities and the events he participated in portray the colorful story of California from the time of the gold seeker to that of the realtor. Contents: Old Dutch Portraits; Bull�������s-eye and Blunderbuss; Gold Seeker; San Francisco in 1850; Olive Colegrove; The Republican Journalist; District Attorney of Sacramento; Civil War Congressman; A Friend of Lincoln; The United States Senator; The Pacific Railroad; President Grant and Santo Domingo; The Human Fraud; Vindictive Opponents; The Goat Island Controversy; Cole Family Life in Washington; Social Washington in 1869; Family Life in San Francisco, 1874 to 1881; Citizen and Sage; California�������s Grand Old Man; and A California Sunset.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.