Charles Tisch
Charles Tisch | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Wisconsin State Assembly | |
| In office 1877–1878 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 26 May 1829 Eutin, Duchy of Holstein |
| Died | 10 January 1895 Wausau, Wisconsin, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Party | Democratic Party |
| Occupation | Politician, Businessman |
Carl Johann Christian "Charles" Tisch (1829–1895) was an American politician, member of the Wisconsin State Assembly, and historical person for whom Tisch Mills, Wisconsin, was named.[1]
Biography
Tisch was born on May 26, 1829, in Eutin, Duchy of Holstein, then under Danish rule but also part of the German Confederation.[2] In 1851, he settled in what is now Mishicot (town), Wisconsin, in Manitowoc County, Wisconsin. He would build a sawmill and gristmills in what would become Tisch Mills, Wisconsin, which was named after him.[1] On January 10, 1895, Tisch died of blood poisoning in Wausau, Wisconsin.[3]
Political career
Tisch was a member of the Assembly in 1877 and 1878. Other positions he held include County Judge of Kewaunee County, Wisconsin, from 1870 to 1874. He was a Democrat.