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Charles G. Cargill
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| Member of the California State Assembly from the 59th district |
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| In office January 2, 1899 - June 18, 1900 |
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| Preceded by | Claudius Frazier Rubell |
| Succeeded by | William Higby |
| In office January 7, 1895 - January 4, 1897 |
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| Preceded by | John H. Matthews |
| Succeeded by | Claudius Frazier Rubell |
| Member of the California State Assembly from the 68th district |
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| In office January 5, 1891 - January 2, 1893 |
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| Preceded by | E. C. Tully |
| Succeeded by | William Lyman Talbott |
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| Born | May 24, 1846 Newberg, Vermont, US |
| Died | June 18, 1900 (aged 54) San Juan Bautista, California, US |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Sarah Isham Cowles |
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| Branch/service |  United States Army |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
Charles Guy Cargill (born May 24, 1846 – died June 18, 1900) was an American politician and soldier. He served in the California State Assembly, which is part of California's government. He also fought as a soldier in the United States Army during the American Civil War.
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Charles G. Cargill's Life
Charles Guy Cargill was born in Newberg, Vermont, in 1846. He lived during an important time in American history. He later moved to California, where he became involved in politics.
He was married to Sarah Isham Cowles. Not much is known about his early life or education from available records.
A Soldier in the Civil War
When he was a young man, Charles Cargill joined the United States Army. He served during the American Civil War. This war was fought between the northern states (the Union) and the southern states (the Confederacy) from 1861 to 1865.
Cargill was part of the Union Army, which fought to keep the United States together. His service in the war showed his dedication to his country.
Serving in the California Assembly
After the war, Charles Cargill became a politician in California. He was a member of the Republican Party. He was elected to the California State Assembly three times.
The California State Assembly is like a group of lawmakers who help create laws for the state of California. It's an important part of the state's government.
Cargill represented different areas of California during his time in the Assembly.
- From 1891 to 1893, he served the 68th district.
- From 1895 to 1897, he served the 59th district.
- From 1899 until his death in 1900, he again served the 59th district.
He worked alongside other politicians to make decisions for the people of California.
His Life's End
Charles Guy Cargill passed away on June 18, 1900, in San Juan Bautista, California. He was 54 years old. He is remembered for his service both as a soldier and as a state lawmaker.
