David Solis Cohen

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David Solis Cohen

1852–1928

A lively figure in Portland’s early civic and Jewish life, he moved from journalism into business and law while also writing and speaking widely. His career mixed public service, community leadership, and a clear gift for words.

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Our Show A Humorous Account of the International Exposition in Honor of the Centennial Anniversary of American Independence, from Inception to Completion, Including Description of Buildings, Biographies of Managers, Receptions of Foreign Dignitaries, Opening Ceremonies, Poem, Oration, Amusing Survey of All Departments, Incidents, Etc., Etc.

Our Show A Humorous Account of the International Exposition in Honor of the Centennial Anniversary of American Independence, from Inception to Completion, Including Description of Buildings, Biographies of Managers, Receptions of Foreign Dignitaries, Opening Ceremonies, Poem, Oration, Amusing Survey of All Departments, Incidents, Etc., Etc.

by David Solis Cohen, H. B. Sommer

About the author

Born in Philadelphia in 1852, David Solis-Cohen came from the prominent Solis-Cohen family and later made his name in Portland, Oregon. Sources on his life describe an unusually varied career: he worked in journalism, helped build the importing firm Cohen, Davis & Co., and then entered law practice.

He was also active in public life. Contemporary and historical accounts describe him as a civic leader in Portland, serving in city government and taking part in charitable and educational causes. Jewish historical references also note his importance in Portland’s Jewish community, where he was involved in organizations and public speaking.

Bibliographic and historical sources show that he published addresses and other writings, and some reference works note that he also wrote books for children. He died in 1928, remembered as a lawyer, speaker, businessman, and community figure whose life connected Philadelphia roots with the growth of Jewish and civic life in the American Northwest.