Francis M. Carpenter

Francis Marshall Carpenter (July 10, 1834 – May 12, 1919) was an American politician and businessman from New York. He served in the New York Senate from 1904 to 1906 and from 1907 to 1908.

Early life Francis Marshall Carpenter was born on July 10, 1834, in New Castle, Westchester County, New York, to Phebe (née Marshall) and Zopher Carpenter. He attended the common schools and Bedford Union Academy. In 1903, following the resignation of Charles P. McClelland, he ran against and defeated William T. Emmet to represent the 22nd district in the New York Senate. He was re-elected in 1904 and 1906. He sat in the 127th, 128th, 129th (all three 22nd district), 130th and 131st New York State Legislatures (both 23rd district). On February 10, 1909, he was elected as regent of the University of the State of New York and served for 12 years. In March 1885, he married Catherine A. Moger.