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agement of trials is his especially strong
point. He has taken part in a good many
and wins his cases. He is also member
of the bar of the Supreme Court of the
United States and of the Court of Claims.
and has had large experience before both
those tribunals.
man of positive ideas, once espousing
cause he is elaborate in Its preparation, in
domitable and persevering almost to the
verge of obslinacy, fertile in resource.
keen, ncisive, logical, enthusiastic, con-
vincing, successful. In social life man of
the world, inclined to think seriously; CON-
panionable, liberal. scholarly, with a fund
of anecdote and Illustration always at COM
mand; brimfnl of good health and good
nature. an optimist, club man, a bachelor
with competence, the b0rn-lawyer instinct
always uppermost, without however, being
obtrusiye, and you have as good an epitome
OF his characteristics as one can offer.
Politically an uncompromising Repub-
lican. a pr0tectionist, an American, lie is
one of many living testimonials of what the
youth of pluck and determination to win
can accomplish under American institutions.
Mr. Jennings formed partnership with
Charles ii. Hubbs, formerly of the Solano
County Bar, few months ago. under the
firm name OF Jennings & Hubbs, and their
comfortable offices may be found at $50 Pine
street, this city.
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where he remained for about year, and in

where he remained for about year, and in
March, 1868. he crossed TO the Nevada mines,
in which he worked for about year, eDdur-
ing many hardships and privations, and
meeting with Indifferent success. His next
move was to Mono County, and he finally
located in Independence. Inyo County, re-
naming there for number of years. Dnr-
ing his mining days Mr. Reddy had applied
himself diligently, during his spare mo-
ments, to the study Of law, and continued
his preparation for the bar after his settle
ment in Inyo County. where he was adj
mitted to practice in 1867. He followed his
vocation in Inyo and Mono counties until
1881, when he moved to San Francisco, OPEN
ing an office in this city.
Mr.. Reddy is regarded as one OF our ablest
lawyers, occupies prominent position at
the bar and bears an enviable reputation
for his sterling honesty and the careful and
conscientious treatment of the Interests of
his clients. His practice has covered nearly
every branch Of his profession. and he has
successfully conducted many important ac-
tions. In his criminal cases he has won
many laurels and gained wide celebrity
for the skillful and Jealous manner in which
he defended his various clients. Mr.. Reddy
has also acted as counsel for number OF
the leading mining companies, and has been
their constant legal adviser. He has been
attorney Of record in many litigations re-
gardng mining rights and locations. From
his large and ever increasing practice he
1rives handsome income, and he is con-
sidered one of the most distinguished law
yers on the Coast.
Mr.. Reddy has figured quite prominently
in the political arena during the past fifteen
years. He is Democrat and occupies
high place in the councils of his party. In
1878 he was elected as a member of the Con-
stitutional Convention to represent Mono
and Inyo counties. He served four years
in the State Senate. from 1882 until 1886, as
representative OF Mono, Ibyo. Kern, Tulare
and Fresno counties. In 1886 he was a
prominent candidate for the gubernatorial
nomination on the Democratic ticket. He
was appointed member of the State Board
of Prison Directors in 1889, and still re taius
his position in the board, of which he is one
of the most valued members.
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tysburg General Scilurz wrote: "Lieuten-
ant-C0lonel Solomon of the Eighty-second
Illinois displayed the highest order of cool
ness and determination under trying cir
cumstances."
In the autumn OF 1868, the brigade was
transferred from the Army OF the Potomac
to re-enforce General Giant at Chattanooga.
Colonel Saiomnn was a lively engaged in
the battle OF Missionary Ridge and the en-
suing Atlanta camraign and received the
warm commentator OF his commanding
bfflcerS. who recommended him for
C0lonepS commission, which was issued by
the department. He led his regiment with
gallaatry and GOODNESS in many other en-
gagements, for which ha WAS made q
Brigadier-GeDeral in June, 1865. He was
honorably mustered out at the conclusion
of the war.
Returning to Chicago after peace had
been restored, General Salnmon was elected
County Clerk aud retained the office four
years, when President Grant appointed
him Governor of Washington Territory.
His appointment was deserved recogni-
ton OF his merltorious services during the
war, and his eminent ability and superior
qualifications peculiarly fitted him Tor the
high Office. His resignation after four
years occur ancy of the gubrrnatorial chair
was deeply regretted by all the citizens of
the Territory.
Since 1875 General Solomon has practiced
law in San Francisco, where he has large
clientage. He is regarded as one of the
best attorneys in the State. He is promi-
nent member of the G. A. R., and has been
commander OF his post both in this city and
in Chicago.
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each year has witnessed an increase In the
volume of his business. He has devoted
himself largely to civil practice, and is con-
sidered an authority on real estate and pro-
bate matters. As attorney for the Real
Estate Protective Association he was in
strumental in saving the city from an un-
warranted outlay He was retained by the
property-owners in the Lake MERGED job
case, which was carried TO the Supreme
Court on writ of review and successfully
protected the interests Of his clients. He
has also been prominent in many other lead
ing cases too numerous 10 mention. Mr.. Ash
ant work on marriage and Community
Property" which will be Of especial value to
attorneys. A loyal Republican, he has
always been active in his support of the
party. He has been State President of the
Patriotic Sons of America and is very prom
inent in the Masonic fraternity.
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GENERAL e. $. sALoMoN.
A Gallant omeer, a wise Governor a

Gallant Officer, Wise Governor and
Now an Able Lawyer.
Edward S. Solomon was born in the city
Of Scbleswig. Germany, ON Christmas day,
1886. AT school and college he was always
proficient in his studies and received many
rewards Of merit. In 1854 he camo to the
United States. and, locating at Chicago, en-
gagged in mercantile pursuits until 1857,
when he began the study of Law. Two
years later he was admitted to practice and
soon gained many clients. In 1860 he was
elected City Alderman, but upon tho break
ing out of the war he abandoned the Office
as well as his lucrative practice and joined
the Twenty-fourth Illinois Infantry. with
the rank of Second Lieutenant The regi-
ment was ordered to Missouri, garris0ned
various points and participated in the battles
OF FiedericktOn and Mumfordsville.
Lieutenant Solomon received several pro-
motions within short time for his fidelity,
efficiency and gallantry. and In 1869 was
commissioned as Major of his regiment. lie
was soon afterward promoted to the Lieu
tenant-C olonelcy. and with his command
proceeded to join the Army of the Potomac.
In his official report after the battle Of Get
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CHARLES F. HANLoN.
A Prominent Figure In Legal and societ
Circles.

A Prominent Figure In Legal and Society
Circles.
Charles F. Hanlon. who is recognized as
one of the rising members of tho San Fran
cisco bar, was born in New York in 1856,
and W hen still an infant was brought by
his parents to California. His education
was begun and completed in this city. He
was entered as a student first at st. 1gna-
thus College. subsequently at ST. Mary's,
and graduated from The latter institution.
He read law in the Office of John M. Bur
nett, and was admitted to the bar in Janu-
airy, 1877, after having passed rigid exam
ination. Entering at once upon the practice
of his profession. his success was marked
from the outset. He has won many im-
portant cases, and has managed the valua-
Bile interests intrusted to his care in o
shrewd, careful and conscientious manner.
Although not yet IS years Of age. he has
built up a large practice, and undoubtedly
has before him brilliant career. Mr.. Han
Ion served in the National Guard for several
wears as n staff officer Of the Second Brigade
with the rank of Major, and was afterward
Colonel on the staff OF Governor SLOVENIAN,
a position he also held under Governor
Bartlett. In private life he is known as
refined and scholarly gentleman; he pos
sesses a large circle OF friends, among
whom he Is deseryedly popular.
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G. M. JENNINGS.
A Good.Natured Bachelor with q Weak.
uess for (,luI, ~

A Good-Natured Bachelor With Weak.
ness for Club Life.
The above cut represents e. NJ. Jennings,
one of the younger leaders of the San Fran
cisco bar. He is descendant from old
Puritan stock. his ancestors arriving In this
country from England in 1924 ana 1885, He
was born in Southern Ohio, in December,
1856. and reared in Central Illinois. where
his father, DR.. l. N. Jennings, q prominent
p hysician for upward Of thirty years. still
resides. Leaving home, q boy Of Is, he en-
gagged in teaching, and at 16 entered Yale.
completed the course there, taking the law
lectures in addition to his classical studies,
in the spring of 1874 at the age Of 49, He
did all sorts of work to get along, principally
shorthand work, at which he was an expert.
for his fellow-students, and also found time
to furnish a weekly sermon to friendly
clergyman of bis acquaintance. who. appre-
ciating his necessities, allowed him SIS
apiece therefor. The September following
graduation he was admitted to the bar by
the Supreme Court Of his adopted State and
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Nourse. and was admitted to the bar by the
Supreme Court. January 8, 1875. A part
nership formed at that time with Cameron
II. King continued for number of years.
Mr.. Raiders then associated himself with
John c. Hall, forming the present partner
ship, the firm name being Hall & Rodgers
In 1882, Governor Stoneman appointed Mr.
Rodgers to the honorable post of Regent Of
the University of California to fill an unex-
pired term. and in February, 1889, he was
again appointed by Governor Waterman for
the full term of sixteen years.
The firm of Hall & Rodgers is among the
foremost at the bar in this State, and has a
large and lucrative practice. 1t has been
identified with numerous important cases,
and is the attorney for a large number of
leading corporations and business firms
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manent connection with the Government
began with his selection as Hawaiian repre-
with the responsible task of negotiating and
floating the first Hawaiian loan in England.
The loan amounted TO 100000, bearing
interest at 6 per cent per annum. Colonel
Macfarlane accomplished his mission with
five times tbs amount required was offered.
and within six months the bonds COM
manded 10 per cent premium. On his re-
turn from England he received the appoint
men! of Chamberlain to his Majesty, and is
King and his Ministers. Colonel Macfar-
lane also fioated $1,000, eco sugar company
in London. He is a pleasant gentleman,
courteous to all with whom he comes in con-
tact, and is always willing to furnish in(or-
nation which does not confi let with his Of
fetal duty, -
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PROMINENT MEN.
KING KALAKAUA.

The Royal Visitor Who Is Now Being En-
tertained in This City.
1t seldom happens in this democratic coun-
try that we are visited by member of royal
family, and the temporary residence in our
midst of a reigniDg sovereign is almost unpre-
cedented. The arrival in this city two weeks
ago of the ruler OF the Hawaiian Islands
was notable event in our history. He was
transported from his island home to San
Francisco on board the cruiser Charleston,
as the guest of the United States. and was
attended by his Chamberlain and Private
Secretary, Colonel George w. Macfarlane,
and his Aid-de-Camp, Colonel Robert Ho-
apii Baker. His Majesty was received by
General Gibbon. with the royal honors be-
fitting his exalted station, under special in
strnctions from the authorities at Washing
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studied law first in the Office of Judge Ma
thaniel Bennett, and afterward with Frank
Pixley and Henry I'll. Haight In 1862 he
was admitted TO the bar, and as he was only
20 years Of age special act of the Legisla-
tnre was passed for that purpose. After
his admission as an attorney Mr.. Pierson
formed partnership with Mr.. Haight,
which continued until the atter's election as
Governor in 1867. In 1875 he was elected 10
the State Senate, and during his term d.
rected some valuable legislation. After
leaving The Senate Mr.. Pierson devoted his
energies to his legal work. taking as his
specially corporation law, in which he has
been in the highest degree successful. He
has recently formed a law partnership with
r. b. Mitchell. Mr.. Pierson is q man of fine
literary perception and is well-informed
amateur astronomer. He owns the largest
telescope in the city, which is mounted in
an observatory attached to his residence On
Van Ness avenue. He has delivered many
interesting lectures on astronomical subjects
and is Nlee-Presdent Of the Astronomical
Society of the Pacific
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education and conviction. he has taken a
prominent part in politics for some years.
In 1886 he was delegate to the State Con-
vention nominating Justice Swift of the
Supreme Court. Two years later he was a
member of the County Central Committee
and delegate to the State Contvenion held
at Sacramento, and was recognized as a sue
cessful campaign organizer. In the recent
election he was an ardent supporter of
Colonel Markham, and was himself elected
to the Assembly by good majority De-
spite the importance of his professional and
political duties, Mr.. Wentworth takes an
active interest in the lodges Of the Plumed
Knights and other kindred organizations
in which he holds important positions.
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which it required years of time and a vast
amount OF money tn override, have passed
into matters of history. During his career
on the bench he was honored By and stood
high In the estimation Of the entire bar of
this city, and when he DOTTED the ermine of
the jude and assumed the toga of the citi-
zen, his resignation of the Office was very
much regretted. His private practice, how
ever, which amounts to upward of $50, 900 a
year, is some consolation.
Judge Sullivan is a graduate of st. Igna-
thus College in this city. His assumptiou of
the dignites and duties of manhood was
characterized by his devotion to his church
and the different societies connected with
1t, and his work as a member of the Young
Mems Institute was particularly effective.
he organized Institute No. SO, which is prob
ably the largest, most tipurishng and most
enthusiastic branch OF the Y. NJ. l., and was
rewarded by being unanimously elected its
President He represented it in every Grand
Council which has been held since its estab-
lishment, and in the fourth and fifth Grand
Councils he was Chairman OF the Commit
tee on Constitutional Amendments. and he
worked early and late to give the society its
present constitution. AT the fifth Grand
Council, held in Oakland, he was elected by
reclamation to the high office of Grand Pres-
dent, and the members of the Y. NJ. l., in
whose esteem he holds lofty position, point
to him with pride as their superior officer
During his recent visit to Eastern cities to
plant the emblem of the order on the shores
OF the Atlantic the popularity and esteem
10 which he was held were greatly increased
by the energetic manner in which he carried
out the objects of his mission. As NELL
Der of the city Board of Education he was
held in high esteem by his constituents, and
In fact IN all his public and private career
his course has been such as has guaranteed
him the respect and confidence of his fellow
citizens.
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of Bachelor of Arts, and, twelvemonth
later, carried off the highest honOrs in the
power of his alma mater to hestow. Shortly
afterward he entered the law Office of the
late i. S. Brooks, the foremost land lawyer
of his day, and in 1879 was duly admitted
TO practice by the Supreme Court. From
that time on his ability and energy received
recognition, and he made such rapid strides
that lie now holds front place in his pro-
fession. In 1884 he went to Washington, D.
c., was admitted to the Supreme Court of
the United States, and subsequently argued
the validity of the Restriction Act before
that august body. He was also engaged by
he Chinese Consul to test the validity of
the Scott Exclusion Act; and in his private
practice was counsel on the victorious side
in what are known as the Hamilton
square" and the certificate fraud" cases.
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JOHN BIDwELL.

A Pioneer Whose Name Is Woven Into
the History of the State.
General John Bidwell is pioneer whose
connection with the early history of the
State antedates that of almost every man of
the present day and has made him prom
inent figure ill its POLITICAL affairs for half g
century. lie was born in Chautauoua
County, n. Y, ON August s. 1919, both of
his parents being New Englanders. While
he was yet boy his family moved to Ohio,
and shortly after their arriving John was
sent to the Kingyile Academy, Ashtabula
County, for his education.
When in his twentieth year young Bid
well started out in life for himself. His
travels brought him to Platte County, Mo-,
with whose present advantages aud future
possibilities he was so well pleased that he
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HENRY II. DAVIS.
A Young Counselor With a Bright Career


A Young Counselor With Bright Career
Before Him.
Although Mr.. Davis was born in Ger
many, he came to California when child.
and in education, ideas and sympathies is
as loyal to the Golden State as any native
son of California. A graduate of the State
University and of the Hastings College Of
the Law, he has been engaged in legal prac-
tice since 1852. when he was admitted to
practice in all of the courts. His work has
been chiefly before the Superior and iSu-
preme courts, and 1t is in his pleatlings be-
fore those judicial bodies that lie has
acquired his reputation for ability and ex-
traordinary success. He enjoys large civil
practice and is legal adviser TO some of the
leading mercantile firms, real estate agencies
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pre-empted some land opposite Fort Leaven-
worth and prepared to settle doSn there.
During temporary absence, however. his
claim was Jumped by squatters and
he was forced to abandon it. Sub
sequently, hearing OF California and
its wonderful natural resources, he, in the
latter part of 1910. helped TO orpanize and
secured a large number of members for an
expedition to this Coast II was agreed that
a start should be made the following spring,
but wheE the time came the enthusiasm Of
the larger number had vanished and only
sixty-nine persons were found ready FOR the
enterprise. These, however, pushed for
ward, as agreed upon. and after many hard
ships reached the southern territory of
what is now known as the State of Idaho
Here the party divided, half going to
Northern Oregon. while the other pursued
a southerly course. crossed the Siprras. and
early in 1S41 set foot in the Gnlden State.
Shortly aiterward, Bidwell reached Suffers
Fort and received employment there.
From that day he took part In most OF the
stirring events which led M TO American
occupation. He was at the Russian settle
ments around Bodega for a couple OF years
in Suffers interest; served Governor
Micheltorena as interpreter and aid-de-
camp for tweIyemonth; was Commits
stoned officer in the California battalion
during the Mexican war; acted rs magis-
trate for the District OF San Luis Rey, un-
der Fremont, and as quartermaster, with
the rank Of Major, by appointment OF Com
modore Stockton. After the cession of Cal
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PATRICK REDDY.

An Able and Popular Lawyer, Who
Roughed 1t in Early Days.
One of the s0undest expounders Of the law
at the San Francisco bar is Patrick Reddy,
who was born in WoonsOcket. r. l., in 1889.
coming 10 California in 1861. His first loca-
ton was in Contra Costa County, and from
there he proceeded to Placer County, the
scene of his first mining experience. In
1862 he went to the Powder River mines.
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G. A. WENTWORTH.

A Lawyer Who Has Received Honors In
the Political Arena.
One of the mos. prominent members of
the next Legislature will be G. a. Went
worth, who was elected to the Assem-
bly, in November. He was born in Solano
County in 1862, and after liberal educa-
ton in California and in the East was en-
rolled as a member OF the bar when only 81
years of age. Mr.. Wentworth is an able
lawyer and is highly esteemed among his
professional brethren. A Republican by
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j. N. e. WILSON.

One of the Leading Lights in the World
of Politics and Law.
j. n. E. Wilson was born in San Fran
cisco in 1856, was educated first in the pub
lie schools. and subsequently in the State
University. from which he graduated at an
unusually early age. He was admitted to
the bar in 1878. where his large acqusint-
ance, legal requirements and natural ability
combined to render his professional career
successful from its very commencement.
In 1883 Mr.. Wilson was elected to the office
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THoMAs v. GATOR.

The Able Exponent Of the Principles Of
Reform Democracy.
Thomas V. Gator, who was such a promi-
nent factor in politics during the last cam
paign owing to his powerful advocacy Of
reform in the Democratic ranks. Is Now
Yorker who has yet to see his fortieth BIRTH
day. He is q graduate Of Cornell Univer-
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ROBERT ASH.

An Attorney of Literary Tastes and a
Large Land Practice.
Mr.. Ash, who is native of Indiana and
for number of years was resident of
Ohio, has been in California since 1872, and
during the period of his residence here has
been engaged in the pr aetice Of the law.
He has conducted many important cases and
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HON. j. F. SULLIVAN.

A Career of Usefulness Which Has
Brought Its Own Reward.
Hon. Jeremiah F. Sullivan. whose official
career is familiar to almost every resident of
the city. enjoys the reputation OF being one
of the most distinguished and able jurists
in the State. During the two terms to
which he was elected to serve as Judge of
the Superior Court Department 9, he dis
tlngulshed himself by his able rulings and
his impartial decisions. The views he en-
tertained during the proceedings in the cele-
brated Hill-Sharon case, and his decision,
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H. c. FIREBAUGH.

An Example of Surprising Diligence and
Perseverance,.
ii. c. Firebaugh was born in 1913, and is
native of Ohio. When years old he re-
moved with his parents TO Illinois, where the
family settled on backweods farm and
commenced to operate saw-mill, the son
helping the father both in the mill and on
the farm. During his ten years residence
there young Firebaugh was only able to at
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EUGENE F. BERT.

A Successful Young Lawyer Elected to
the Assembly.
The gentleman whose name appears at
the head of this article is the newly elected
Assemblyman from the Forty-fifth District,
which embraces that portion of San Fran
cisco known as the Mission. He received
the largest majority ever recorded in this
district, and enjoys the further distinction
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teacher in the public schools for year, and
after studying law in the Office of Judge
Biatchley was admitted to the bar in Janu
airy, 1870. He has been practicing attorney
IN this city for the past twenty years. The
nature of his practice is largely civil, and
and constant business in corporation, land
and probate matters. He accepts retainers
in important cases from different portions
OF the State, and is frequently summoned to
conduct suit in distant towns. There is no
more loyal friend of the public schools than
Mr.: Powell, and during his twenty years
residence in Oakland none have labored
more assiduously to promote their pros
perity and to elevate their educational
standard than he,