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Charles E. Townsend | |
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United States Senator from Michigan | |
In office March 4, 1911 – March 3, 1923 | |
Preceded by | Julius C. Burrows |
Succeeded by | Woodbridge N. Ferris |
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Michigan's 2nd district | |
In office March 4, 1903 – March 3, 1911 | |
Preceded by | Henry C. Smith |
Succeeded by | William Wedemeyer |
Personal details | |
Born | Concord, Michigan | August 15, 1856
Died | August 3, 1924 Jackson, Michigan | (aged 67)
Political party | Republican |
Alma mater | University of Michigan |
Charles Elroy Townsend (August 15, 1856 – August 3, 1924) was an American lawyer who served as both a U.S. Representative and U.S. Senator from the state of Michigan. He served in the United States Congress from 1903 to 1923.