Background
John Calvin Coolidge, Senior was born in Windsor County, Vermont, to Calvin and Sarah Coolidge.
John Calvin Coolidge, Senior was born in Windsor County, Vermont, to Calvin and Sarah Coolidge.
He was a farmer, teacher, and store owner. He served in the Vermont House of Representatives 1872-1878 and the Vermont State Senate in 1910. Coolidge was appointed to the military staff of the Governor of Vermont and was given the title of colonel.
Coolidge also served in local offices including notary public.
His father also served in the Vermont General Assembly.