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.

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]

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Connecticut State Senate
Preceded by Member of the
Connecticut Senate
from the 12th District

1865–1867
Succeeded by