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History of Madison, (Somerset County) Maine

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Biographies:

The Biography of Stephen Alonzo Cobb

Stephen Alonzo Cobb, representative, was born in Madison, Maine, June 17, 1833. He was graduated at Brown university in 1858 and in 1859 removed to Wyandotte, Kan., where he established himself as a lawyer. He was mayor of Wyandotte in 1862; was elected a state senator and the same year joined the Union army, rising by successive promotions to the rank of lieutenant-colonel. He was again elected mayor in 1868 and state senator in 1869. In 1871 he was elected a member of the lower house and in 1872 served as speaker. He was a representative in the 43rd congress and was defeated for the 44th congress by 713 votes. He died at Wyandotte, Kan., in August, 1878.

From: Twentieth Century Biographical Dictionary of Notable Americans, Johnson, Rossiter, editor

Maine Facts:
Tree: eastern white pine
Bird: chickadee
Flower: white pine cone and tassel
Nickname: Pine Tree State
Motto: Dirigo (I Direct)
Area (sq. mi.): 33,215
Capitol: Augusta
Admitted: 15 Mar 1820

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