California Yankee: William R. Staats, Business Pioneer

California William R. Staats, Business Pioneer is a biography written by Carol Green Wilson about the life and achievements of William R. Staats. Staats was a businessman who made significant contributions to the development of California's economy in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born in New York, Staats moved to California in 1878 and quickly established himself as a successful entrepreneur, founding several businesses in the state.The book chronicles Staats' life from his early years in New York to his arrival in California and his subsequent rise as a business leader. It covers his various business ventures, including his role in the development of the railroad industry in California, his involvement in the oil industry, and his founding of the Staats Investment Company.Wilson also explores Staats' personal life, including his marriage to his wife, Mary, and their family life together. The book provides a detailed account of Staats' business and personal achievements, as well as his impact on California's economy and society.Overall, California William R. Staats, Business Pioneer is a comprehensive biography that sheds light on the life of an important figure in California's history and the development of its economy. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of California or the life of a successful businessman.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.