The Life of Samuel J. Elder is a biographical book written by Margaret M. Elder. The book is a detailed account of the life of Samuel J. Elder, a prominent lawyer and statesman from Massachusetts, who lived from 1834 to 1892. The book covers Elder's childhood, education, and early career as a lawyer. It also delves into his political career, including his service as a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives and his appointment as the United States Attorney for Massachusetts. The book also explores Elder's ...
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The Life of Samuel J. Elder is a biographical book written by Margaret M. Elder. The book is a detailed account of the life of Samuel J. Elder, a prominent lawyer and statesman from Massachusetts, who lived from 1834 to 1892. The book covers Elder's childhood, education, and early career as a lawyer. It also delves into his political career, including his service as a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives and his appointment as the United States Attorney for Massachusetts. The book also explores Elder's personal life, including his marriage to Mary Louisa Crowninshield and his relationships with his family and friends. It also sheds light on his involvement in various social and philanthropic organizations, including the Massachusetts Historical Society and the Boston Athenaeum. Overall, The Life of Samuel J. Elder is a comprehensive and engaging account of the life of an important figure in Massachusetts history. It provides valuable insights into the political and social landscape of the late 19th century and offers readers a glimpse into the life of a man who played an important role in shaping it.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.
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