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Cyrenus Cole
1863–1939
A longtime Iowa newspaper editor who brought a reporter’s eye to politics and history, he later served more than a decade in Congress. His books and public work helped preserve stories of the Midwest and the pioneers who shaped it.
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About the author
Born near Pella, Iowa, in 1863, Cyrenus Cole studied at Central College and built his early career in journalism. He became known as a newspaper editor and columnist, work that shaped the clear, factual style he later brought to both politics and historical writing.
Cole went on to serve as a Republican U.S. representative from Iowa’s 5th congressional district for more than eleven years. Alongside his political career, he wrote history with a strong interest in Iowa, the Midwest, and the American frontier.
He died in 1939, leaving behind a career that bridged newspapers, public service, and regional history. He is remembered not only as a congressman, but also as a writer who helped record the people and events of his state.