Charles Ballard (politician)

Charles W. Ballard (July 6, 1836 – October 15, 1891) was a member of the Connecticut Senate representing the 12th District from 1865 to 1867.

This article is about the Connecticut politician. For the New Zealand association footballer, see Charles Ballard.
Charles W. Ballard
Member of the Connecticut Senate
from the 12th District
In office
1865–1867[1]
Preceded byMorgan Morgans
Succeeded byWilliam C. Street
Personal details
Born(1836-07-06)July 6, 1836[2]
Darien, Connecticut
DiedOctober 15, 1891(1891-10-15) (aged 55)[2]
Darien, Connecticut
Resting placeSlawson Cemetery, Darien, Connecticut[2]
OccupationDentist

He was the son of Joseph Ballard and Emeline Jones.

In the election of 1865, he defeated Asa Smith 2223 to 1441.[3]

In the election of 1866, he defeated Asa Smith 2448 to 2327.[4]

In his capacity as a senator, he also served as ex officio member of the Corporation of Yale College.[3]

References
  1. Roll of state officers and members of General Assembly of Connecticut, from 1776 to 1881
  2. Find a Grave
  3. Connecticut Register
  4. Journal of the Senate of the State of Connecticut
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