Charles J. Baker

Charles J. Baker
Baker in 1878 publication
22nd Mayor of Baltimore
In office
October 1861 – January 1862
Preceded byJohn C. Blackburn
Succeeded byJohn Lee Chapman
Personal details
Born(1821-05-28)May 28, 1821
Baltimore, Maryland, U.S.
DiedSeptember 23, 1894(1894-09-23) (aged 73)
Baltimore, Maryland, U.S.
Resting placeLoudon Park Cemetery
Baltimore, Maryland, U.S.
Spouse(s)
Elizabeth Bosserman
(m. 1842)

Katie
Children7
Alma materDickinson College
Occupation
  • Politician
  • businessman
  • banker
  • newspaper executive

Charles Joseph Baker (May 28, 1821 – September 23, 1894) was an American politician, businessman and banker. He was Mayor of Baltimore temporarily during the American Civil War for 88 days, from October 1861 to January 1862. He was also known for running his family's glass, paints and oils business, Baker Bros. & Co. and serving as the president of Franklin Bank.