Charles F. Buck facts for kids
Charles Francis Buck (born November 5, 1841 – died January 19, 1918) was an important American politician from Louisiana. He served as a U.S. Representative, which means he was elected to represent his state in the United States Congress.
Charles F. Buck's Early Life and Education
Charles F. Buck was born in a place called Durrheim, in the Grand Duchy of Baden, Germany. When he was about 11 years old, in 1852, his family moved to the United States. They settled in the city of New Orleans, Louisiana.
Charles finished high school in New Orleans in 1861. After that, he went to the Louisiana State Seminary of Learning & Military Academy, which was near Pineville, Louisiana.
Becoming a Lawyer and Public Servant
After his schooling, Charles decided he wanted to become a lawyer. He studied hard and was officially allowed to practice law in 1867. He started his law career in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Besides being a lawyer, Charles also helped his community in other ways. He was a member of the school board in New Orleans for many years. This meant he helped make decisions about the city's schools. From 1880 to 1884, he also served as the city attorney, giving legal advice to the city government.
Serving in Congress and Later Career
Charles F. Buck was a member of the Democratic Party. He was elected to the Fifty-fourth Congress, serving as a U.S. Representative from March 4, 1895, to March 4, 1897. This was a big job, representing the people of Louisiana in the national government.
After his term in Congress, he decided not to run for re-election in 1896 and went back to practicing law. He also tried to become the mayor of New Orleans twice, in 1896 and again in 1904, but he was not successful. From 1898 to 1900, he helped examine new lawyers who wanted to join the bar.
Charles F. Buck passed away in New Orleans, Louisiana, on January 19, 1918. He was buried in the Metairie Cemetery.
