William H. Kohl (1820–1893) was a sea captain, shipowner, shipbuilder, and a founding partner of the Alaska Commercial Company.
[1] An engineer by training, he was also a trader, having made a fortune in Alaska in the fur seal business.
[2] His San Mateo, California estate was landscaped by John McLaren.
His mansion, situated near the corner of Fifth and Laurel, served as the first location for the College of San Mateo.
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