About Charles R. Hess
Lived 1858 – 1928 (aged 70). Charles R. Hess was an American lawyer and politician.
Charles R. Hess (September 12, 1858 – October 27, 1928) was an American politician and lawyer from Ohio. He served as a member of the Ohio House of Representatives, representing Shelby County, from 1896 to 1899.
Early life Charles R. Hess was born on September 12, 1858, in Columbus, Ohio, to Sophia (née Berger) and Andrew Hess. He apprenticed in the printing trade. While engaged in that trade, as a young man, Hess lost his right arm. He studied law under Judge Conklin and was admitted to the bar in Ohio in 1891. He also served as justice of the peace of Clinton Township.
Don’t just read it —
keep it.
Full-length biographies made to live with: read them, listen on the way to work, watch them tonight.
- E-book
- Audio
- Video
Instant download · yours to keep · every purchase keeps this site free
Important facts
Related people
Same field, nearest in time
Contemporaries
People whose lives overlapped Charles R. Hess's
Frequently asked questions
Who was Charles R. Hess?
American politician and lawyer (1858–1928)
When was Charles R. Hess born?
Charles R. Hess was born on 12 September 1858.
When did Charles R. Hess die?
Charles R. Hess died on 27 October 1928.
What was Charles R. Hess's occupation?
Charles R. Hess was a lawyer and politician.
What nationality was Charles R. Hess?
Charles R. Hess was American.
Sources & further reading
Cite this page
APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Charles R. Hess. https://biography.guide/charles-r-hess/
MLA: "Charles R. Hess." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/charles-r-hess/.
Chicago: "Charles R. Hess." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/charles-r-hess/.
Data last updated: 2026-09-20 · Spot an error? Report a correction.
Page generated 2026-09-27 04:58 UTC