Charles J. Baker | |
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.png) Baker in 1878 publication | |
| 22nd Mayor of Baltimore | |
| In office October 1861 – January 1862 | |
| Preceded by | John C. Blackburn |
| Succeeded by | John Lee Chapman |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 28, 1821 Baltimore, Maryland, U.S. |
| Died | September 23, 1894 (aged 73) Baltimore, Maryland, U.S. |
| Resting place | Loudon Park Cemetery Baltimore, Maryland, U.S. |
| Spouse(s) |
Elizabeth Bosserman (m. 1842)Katie |
| Children | 7 |
| Alma mater | Dickinson College |
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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.