Charles H. Baxter

Charles Henry Baxter (November 15, 1841 – December 23, 1923) was an American businessman, banker, and progressive Republican politician. He served eight years in the Wisconsin State Senate, representing Grant County and neighboring municipalities, and was the 7th mayor of Lancaster, Wisconsin. He also served as a Union Army officer in the American Civil War.

For others of a similar name, see Charles Baxter.
Charles H. Baxter
Portrait of Charles H. Baxter from an 1898 campaign advertisement.
Member of the Wisconsin Senate
from the 16th district
In office
January 2, 1893 – January 7, 1901
Preceded byEdward I. Kidd
Succeeded byEdward E. Burns
7th Mayor of Lancaster, Wisconsin
In office
April 1888 – April 1889
Preceded byJohn Schreiner
Succeeded byReuben B. Showalter
Personal details
Born(1841-11-15)November 15, 1841
Stillwater, New York, U.S.
DiedDecember 23, 1923(1923-12-23) (aged 82)
Lancaster, Wisconsin, U.S.
Political partyRepublican
Spouse
Maria Howe
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(m. 1865⁠–⁠1923)​
Children
  • George Hiram Baxter
  • born 1866; died 1932
  • Laura Ann (Brown)
  • born 1870; died 1954
  • Martha (Bennett)
  • born 1881; died 1967
Military service
AllegianceUnited States
Branch/serviceUnited States Army
Union Army
Years of service1862–1865
RankCaptain, USV
Unit
Battles/warsAmerican Civil War
  • Siege of Vicksburg
  • Second Battle of Memphis
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