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American History. United States: General History and Description. Late Nineteenth Century, 1865-1900. Grover Cleveland's First Administration, 1885-1889.    

Grover Cleveland(Stephen) Grover Cleveland:
A Chronology of His Life and Career

As a lawyer in Buffalo, New York, Grover Cleveland became notable for his single-minded concentration upon whatever task faced him. At the age of 44 he suddenly emerged into a political prominence that carried him to the White House in less than four years. In 1881 he was elected as a reform Mayor of Buffalo, and a year later, reform Governor of New York, in both positions distinguishing himself by his frequent use of the veto to curb political favoritism and corruption.

As President, Cleveland had the courage to say "No." He said it often -- to farmers who sought money to pay their debts, to manufacturers who wanted high protective tariffs, and to veterans who wanted bigger pensions. Those "No's" made Cleveland unpopular in his time, but earned him a respected place in American history.

March 18, 1837   Born in Caldwell, New Jersey.
1859   Admitted to the bar.
1862   Served as Ward Supervisor in Buffalo, New York.
1870   Elected Sheriff of Erie County.
1881   Elected Mayor of Buffalo.
1882   Elected Governor of New York.
1884 Overview of Grover Cleveland's First Administration Elected President of the United States.
June 2, 1886 The White House Wedding of Grover Cleveland Married Frances Folsom.
1888   Defeated for re-election by Benjamin Harrison.
1889   Moved to New York City and resumed law practice.
1892   Elected to another term as President.
June 24, 1908   Died in Princeton, New Jersey.

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Frances Folsom Cleveland


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