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Personal reminiscences of early days in California, with other sketches

By Stephen J. Field
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The author recounts his arrival in California and early participation in civic life, describing experiences as a local magistrate and legislator, contentious political and legal disputes, and the challenges of practicing law on the frontier. He outlines years on the state supreme bench, chronicling unsettled land and mineral title questions, public hostility toward the judiciary, and personal annoyances of judicial service. An extended appendix narrates a violent confrontation with a former colleague, the resulting criminal and habeas corpus litigation in state and federal courts, public reactions, and the legal appeals and aftermath that followed.

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Stephen J. Field

Stephen J. Field was an American author and jurist, best known for his work "Personal Reminiscences of Early Days in California, with Other Sketches." In this memoir, Field provides a vivid account of his experiences during the formative years of California's history, capturing the spirit of the Gold Rush era and the challenges faced by early settlers. His writings reflect a deep engagement with the social and political landscape of his time, offering readers a glimpse into the past through personal anecdotes and reflections. Field's contributions to literature and history remain significant for those interested in the development of California and the American West.

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