Charles M. Strauss | |
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Mayor of Tucson, Arizona | |
In office January 9, 1883 – August 5, 1884 | |
Preceded by | Pinckney R. Tully |
Succeeded by | Charles T. Etchell |
Personal details | |
Born | New York City | April 15, 1840
Died | March 13, 1892 Tucson, Arizona | (aged 51)
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse |
Julia Kauffmann (m. 1868) |
Charles Moses Strauss (April 15, 1840 – March 13, 1892) was an American businessman and politician. Moving to Arizona Territory for health reasons, he served as the territory's Superintendent of Public Instruction as well as Mayor of Tucson. He also played a key role in establishing the University of Arizona.