A native Californian, Rogers entered the butcher
business in Walnut Creek and later built the Ala Costa Inn with his
brother.
In this era, nearly every town and settlement had
its own constable, an elected official responsible for keeping the
peace. Such public officials were paid not with money but with honor.
Rogers was elected constable for different areas
both before and after his tenure as sheriff. He served in the days when
land squatters caused much trouble for the settler.
While he was sheriff, two men were deputized to
patrol the entire county. He also worked in conjunction with many
constables.
After his stint of public service, Rogers was put
in charge of the pumping and water testing station of the Southern
Pacific Railroad.
Rogers' memberships included the Native Sons of
the Golden West, Woodsmen of the World and the Republican Party.
