WASHBURNE, CAD WALL A DER

COLDEN (1818-82), an American soldier, born at Liver more. Worked on his father’s farm as a boy. Studied law, proving a succe ful lawyer and busine man. Sat as Whig in Congre (1855-— 61). Fought for Federal army in Civil War, showing great bravery at Grand tory at Wisconsin University, and by his will made other large educational and charitable bequests. _ (1816-87), an American statesman, born at Liver more. Descended from an old family of English Puritan settlers. In early life followed journalism and teach-. Studied law. Sat in Congre (1853-69) as_a Whig, advocating retrenchment. Became Secretary of State under Grant. Went as American amba ador to Paris, and was present during the siege (1870). Lefé his art and literary treasures to Chicago. He wrote: Recollections of a Minister to France, 1887, and a History of the English Settlement in Edwards County, 1882.