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Title: Personal reminiscences of early days in California, with other sketches : to which is added the story of his attempted assassination by a former associate on the supreme bench of the state
Credits: Produced by Marilynda Fraser-Cunliffe, Michael of Fortworth and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "Personal Reminiscences of Early Days in California, with Other Sketches" by Stephen J. Field is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles Field's experiences as he navigates the early days of California, including his journey to the state during the Gold Rush, his election as the first Alcalde of Marysville, and his role within the evolving judicial system. With a focus on his personal trials and triumphs, the narrative provides insights into the societal dynamics and legal challenges of the time. The beginning of the book details Field's motivations for moving to California, influenced by his brother's belief in the region's potential. He discusses his journey from New York to San Francisco, where he arrives with only a small amount of money but is immediately swept up in the excitement of the burgeoning city. Field shares his initial experiences, including his temporary financial struggles, the vibrant multicultural atmosphere, and his determination to establish himself as a lawyer. His story sets the stage for his eventual rise to prominence in California's judicial landscape, illustrating the challenges and opportunities faced by those who sought fortune and adventure during this transformative period in American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 62.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Field, Stephen J. (Stephen Johnson), 1816-1899
Author: Gorham, George C. (George Congdon), 1832-1909
EBook No.: 15752
Published: May 2, 2005
Downloads: 179
Language: English
Subject: Law -- Political aspects -- California
Subject: Mines and mineral resources -- California
Subject: Field, Stephen J. (Stephen Johnson), 1816-1899
Subject: Judges -- California -- Biography
Subject: Lawyers -- California -- Biography
LoCC: History: America: Late nineteenth century (1865-1900)
LoCC: Law in general, Comparative and uniform law, Jurisprudence: United States
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Personal reminiscences of early days in California, with other sketches : to which is added the story of his attempted assassination by a former associate on the supreme bench of the state
Credits: Produced by Marilynda Fraser-Cunliffe, Michael of Fortworth and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "Personal Reminiscences of Early Days in California, with Other Sketches" by Stephen J. Field is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles Field's experiences as he navigates the early days of California, including his journey to the state during the Gold Rush, his election as the first Alcalde of Marysville, and his role within the evolving judicial system. With a focus on his personal trials and triumphs, the narrative provides insights into the societal dynamics and legal challenges of the time. The beginning of the book details Field's motivations for moving to California, influenced by his brother's belief in the region's potential. He discusses his journey from New York to San Francisco, where he arrives with only a small amount of money but is immediately swept up in the excitement of the burgeoning city. Field shares his initial experiences, including his temporary financial struggles, the vibrant multicultural atmosphere, and his determination to establish himself as a lawyer. His story sets the stage for his eventual rise to prominence in California's judicial landscape, illustrating the challenges and opportunities faced by those who sought fortune and adventure during this transformative period in American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 62.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Field, Stephen J. (Stephen Johnson), 1816-1899
Author: Gorham, George C. (George Congdon), 1832-1909
EBook No.: 15752
Published: May 2, 2005
Downloads: 179
Language: English
Subject: Law -- Political aspects -- California
Subject: Mines and mineral resources -- California
Subject: Field, Stephen J. (Stephen Johnson), 1816-1899
Subject: Judges -- California -- Biography
Subject: Lawyers -- California -- Biography
LoCC: History: America: Late nineteenth century (1865-1900)
LoCC: Law in general, Comparative and uniform law, Jurisprudence: United States
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.