Charles E. Hanson

Charles Edward Hanson was a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly.

Biography

Hanson was born on February 27, 1855, in Modum, Norway. In 1871, he settled in Pierce County, Wisconsin, where he eventually became a farm owner. On April 27, 1879, Hanson married Belle Anderson. They would have six children. Hanson was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church. He died at his home near River Falls, Wisconsin on December 1, 1932.

Political career

Hanson was elected to the Assembly in 1916, 1918, 1920, 1922 and 1928. During the 1925 session, Hanson was sergeant-at-arms of the Assembly. Other positions he held include assessor of River Falls and school board member. He was a Republican.