Charles E. Townsend
Charles E. Townsend | |
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Townsend in 1921 | |
| 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 | August 15, 1856 Concord, Michigan |
| Died | August 3, 1924 (aged 67) Jackson, Michigan |
| 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.