Cornelius Cole
Cornelius Cole (September 17, 1822 – November 3, 1924) was an American politician who served a single term in the United States House of Representatives as a Republican representing California from 1863 to 1865, and another term in the United States Senate from 1867 to 1873. Cole, who died at the age of 102 years, 47 days, is the longest-lived U.S. Senator.
Cornelius Cole | |
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| United States Senator from California | |
| In office March 4, 1867 – March 4, 1873 | |
| Preceded by | James A. McDougall |
| Succeeded by | Aaron A. Sargent |
| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from California's at-large district | |
| In office March 4, 1863 – March 4, 1865 | |
| Preceded by | Timothy Guy Phelps |
| Succeeded by | Seat eliminated |
| Personal details | |
| Born | September 17, 1822 Lodi, New York, U.S. |
| Died | November 3, 1924 (aged 102) Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Olive Colegrove |
| Alma mater | Wesleyan University |
| Profession | Lawyer |
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