Charles J. Folger

Charles J. Folger

Charles James Folger (April 16, 1818 – September 4, 1884) was an American lawyer and politician. He was U.S. Secretary of the Treasury from 1881 until his death.

Read more about Charles J. Folger:  Early Life, Public Life, Gubernatorial Race, Death

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