While in Platte City, he began studying law.
From 1998-2001, he worked as the public works director of Platte City.
It is located about twelve miles northwest of Platte City.
He moved to Platte City, Missouri, in 1845, where he continued his law practice and acting career.
Gordon stole county records from the courthouse and threatened to kill the district judge if he came to Platte City.
In 1864 he returned to Platte City and Union troops once again burned the city.
Park was not eligible to seek re-election in 1936 and he retired to Platte City.
It formerly had a post office, but that has now closed, and mail now comes from Platte City.
He served as president of the school board of Platte City, Missouri.
He resumed the practice of his profession in Platte City, Missouri.