Charles Tertius Mander facts for kids

Sir Charles Tertius Mander, 1st Baronet (born July 16, 1852 – died April 8, 1929) was an important person from Wolverhampton, England. He was a successful businessman, a kind helper of others (a philanthropist), and a public servant. He came from a family that had been involved in Wolverhampton's public life since 1745.

About Sir Charles

Sir Charles Tertius Mander was the oldest son of Charles Benjamin Mander. His family was well-known for being early business leaders and public servants in Wolverhampton. He went to Rugby School and then studied at Corpus Christi College, Cambridge University.

Serving His Town

Charles Mander became a councillor for the Wolverhampton Borough Council in 1886. He held many important public jobs. He was even the mayor of Wolverhampton four times between 1892 and 1896. This was a very rare achievement! He also became an alderman, which is a senior council member. In 1897, he was given the special "freedom of the borough" award for his service.

He was a forward-thinking leader. He chaired the Lighting Committee from 1893 to 1902. He also led the Wolverhampton Corporation Tramways Committee from 1896 to 1920. He was keen on using new tram systems. As mayor, he was known for being very generous. He gave warm clothes to cab drivers and tram workers. He also hosted a big dinner for a thousand children and poor people. He even entertained important local figures. In 1903, he served as High Sheriff of Staffordshire, a royal official for the county.

Military Service

Sir Charles also spent many years in the Staffordshire Yeomanry (Queen's Own Royal Regiment), which was a part of the army. He became a captain in the 1890s. Later, he rose to the rank of major in 1902, and finally colonel.

Business and Industry

He was a leader in business and industry. He became the senior partner and first chairman of Mander Brothers in 1923. This was his family's company, which made paints, varnishes, and printing inks. His great-grandfather started the company in 1773. He was also involved in other businesses. He was chairman of Thomas Parker, an electrical company. This company is famous for inventing the sparking plug and other engine parts.

Sports and Hobbies

Sir Charles owned a lot of land. He was also one of the first people to own a car. He loved sports! In the 1870s, he played rugby for Wolverhampton Rugby Football Club. He later became the club's President. He was also Vice-president of Wolverhampton Wanderers Football Club. He enjoyed hunting too.

His Home, The Mount

He expanded his family home, The Mount, in two stages. The first was in 1891, and then again in 1909. The house was designed in a special style called neo-Renaissance. The architect, Edward Ould, also worked on Wightwick Manor, which is now a famous Arts and Crafts movement house. Many important people visited The Mount, including Queen Mary and Prime Minister Lloyd George.

Becoming a Baronet

For all his public service, King George V made him the first Baronet of The Mount. This special honor was given to him on July 8, 1911.

Family Life

In 1883, Charles married Mary le Mesurier Paint in Halifax, Canada. Mary was the daughter of a Canadian Member of Parliament, Henry Nicholas Paint. They had three children together.

Sir Charles died suddenly at his home on April 8, 1929. He was given a special public funeral. A memorial was built inside St Peter's Collegiate Church, Wolverhampton, where he is buried in the family vault. His oldest son, Charles Arthur Mander (1884–1951), took over his title as the second Baronet.

See also

• Mander family
• Mander Baronets
• Mander Brothers