Charles Bennett Smith

1870–1939 (age 69)

Politician

Biography

Charles Bennett Smith rose from a Hudson Valley upbringing and, through keen intellect and steady resolve, answered the call to public service during a transformative era in American politics. His time in office was marked by thoughtful debate, a keen ear for constituents, and an enduring defense of the ordinary citizen.

Even after leaving the halls of government, he remained a trusted guide for younger civic leaders, carrying the lessons of his years of service to his final days at Mount Olivet Cemetery.

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