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Stephen A. Cobb
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from Kansas's at-large district
In office
March 4, 1873 – March 3, 1875
Preceded by Seat created
Succeeded by Seat eliminated
Member of the Georgia House of Representatives
In office
1872
Member of the Georgia State Senate
In office
1862
1869
1870
Personal details
Born (1833-06-17)June 17, 1833
Madison, Maine
Died August 24, 1878(1878-08-24) (aged 45)
Kansas City, Kansas
Political party Republican

Stephen Alonzo Cobb (born June 17, 1833 – died August 24, 1878) was an important politician from Kansas. He served as a U.S. Representative for Kansas. This means he was part of the group that makes laws for the entire country.

Stephen Cobb's Early Life and Education

Stephen Cobb was born in Madison, Maine, on June 17, 1833. He went to local schools when he was young. In 1850, he moved with his father to Minnesota. There, he worked in the lumber business.

His Path to College

Even while working, Stephen studied languages. He was preparing himself for college. In 1854, he started studying at Beloit College in Beloit, Wisconsin. He spent two years there. Later, he graduated from Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, in 1858.

Serving His Country

After finishing college, Stephen Cobb moved to Wyandotte, Kansas, in 1859. He began working as a lawyer there. When the Civil War started, he joined the Union Army in 1862.

Military Ranks and Service

Stephen Cobb became a captain and a commissary sergeant of Volunteers on May 18, 1864. A commissary sergeant helps make sure soldiers have food and supplies. He was honored as a major on August 16, 1865. He left the army with honor on September 23, 1865.

Stephen Cobb's Political Career

Stephen Cobb was very active in politics in Kansas. He served as the mayor of Wyandotte twice. He was mayor in 1862 and again in 1868.

Roles in State Government

He also served in the Kansas State Senate. This is a group of lawmakers for the state. He was a state senator in 1862, 1869, and 1870. In 1872, he became a member of the Kansas House of Representatives. He even served as the Speaker of the House. The Speaker leads the meetings and discussions.

Representing Kansas in Congress

Stephen Cobb was a member of the Republican Party. He was elected to the Forty-third Congress. This meant he represented Kansas in the U.S. House of Representatives. His term was from March 4, 1873, to March 3, 1875. He tried to be re-elected in 1874 but was not successful.

Later Life and Legacy

Stephen Cobb passed away in Wyandotte, Kansas, on August 24, 1878. Wyandotte is now part of Kansas City, Kansas. He was buried in Oak Grove Cemetery in Kansas City, Kansas.

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