Lott, Charles Fayette, 1824-1918.

Born in 1824 in Pemberton, New Jersey, author's family later moved to Quincy, Illinois. Studied law, graduating in 1846. In 1849 joined the rush to California. In California, spent an initial period in mine fields before eventually settling in Oroville. Served as Senator from Butte County, practiced law and in 1869 was elected Judge of the Second Judicial District.

From the description of Copy of Judge Charles F. Lott's diary of his overland trip from Quincy Illinois to Long Bar, California. Left Quincy, Illinois May 1 - 1849. Arrived at Long Bar, California Oct. 3 - 1849 / by Mrs. Ena Rasmussen and his son-in-law Jess Sank. 1954 March. (California State Library). WorldCat record id: 58946004