Henry D. Cogswell biographical research notes, [1959?].

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Henry D. Cogswell biographical research notes, [1959?].

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Typed biographical sketches of Cogswell, some of which are cited excerpts from published sources. Includes information on Cogswell's philanthropic gifts of public drinking fountains and monuments to various U.S. cities, including San Francisco, to promote temperance. Also discusses his founding of Cogswell Polytechnic College and a dental college, both in San Francisco. Includes some information on Cogswell's early life and migration in 1849 to Calif., as well as his occupations once there, including storekeeper and dentist.

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Cogswell, Henry D. (Henry Daniel), 1820-1900.

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Farwell, Everett E.

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Cogswell was a San Francisco dentist and philanthropist. From the description of Henry D. Cogswell biographical research notes, [1959?]. (California Historical Society). WorldCat record id: 122592144 ...