Charles A. Prouty
Charles Azro Prouty (October 9, 1853 – July 8, 1921) was an American Republican politician and government official who was involved with reform movements including the Progressive and Prohibition Parties. He served as a commissioner of the Interstate Commerce Commission (ICC) from 1896 to 1914. He was an unsuccessful candidate for the United States Senate from Vermont in 1914, losing to incumbent Republican senator William P. Dillingham.
Charles Azro Prouty | |
|---|---|
Prouty in 1918 | |
| Chairman of the Interstate Commerce Commission | |
| In office 1912–1913 | |
| Preceded by | Judson C. Clements |
| Succeeded by | Franklin Knight Lane |
| Member of the Interstate Commerce Commission | |
| In office 1896–1914 | |
| Preceded by | Wheelock G. Veazey |
| Succeeded by | Henry Clay Hall |
| Personal details | |
| Born | October 9, 1853 Newport, Vermont |
| Died | July 8, 1921 (aged 67) Newport, Vermont |
| Resting place | East Main Street Cemetery, Newport, Vermont |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse |
Abbie Davis (m. 1879) |
| Children | 2 |
| Education | Dartmouth College |
| Profession | Attorney Businessman Public official |
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