Cook, D. J. (David J.), 1840-1907

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Birth 1840
Death 1907

Biographical notes:

Colorado law-enforcement official. Served as city marshal of Denver, sheriff of Arapahoe County, deputy U.S. marshal for Colorado, major general of Colorado Militia. During Leadville strike 1880, General Cook was sent by Governor Pitkin to impose martial law and restore order.

From the description of Papers, 1876-1881. (Denver Public Library). WorldCat record id: 14209242

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Subjects:

  • Martial law
  • Strikes and lockouts

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  • Colorado (as recorded)
  • Colorado--Leadville (as recorded)
  • Colorado--Lake County (as recorded)