Charles F. Koelsch papers
Summary
Correspondence, clippings, case files, notes, and memorabilia concerning Koelsh's career as lawyer, judge, and legislator. Includes a speech introducing William E. Borah, notes and materials for Idaho vs. Haywood, and drafts and final copy of a review of the Haywood case written for the Idaho Mining Association in 1946.
Dates
- Creation: 1894 - 1962
Biographical Note
Charles Koelsch was born May 21, 1872 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He studied law at Valpariaso University, Indiana. He was admitted to the Idaho Bar in 1897 and elected as a Probate Judge in 1898. He served as Ada County prosecuting attorney from 1904 to 1908. Served on the Idaho legislature during the 13th (1915) and 15th (1919) sessions. He was appaointed to the 3rd Judicial District in 1929. Koelsch retired January 1, 1951 and died April 23, 1965.
Extent
0.5 Cubic Feet (1 document box)
Language of Materials
English
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Repository Details
Part of the Idaho State Archives Manuscript Collections Repository