Charles Lamy (New York)

Life

He attended the district schools, and then became a clerk in a grocery store in Buffalo. On June 10, 1875, he married Magdalena Urban. In 1876, he opened his own store, and subsequently became the owner of a wholesale and retail grocery, and hardware, flour and feed stores. He was President of the Magnus Beck Brewery, and also engaged in the real estate business. On June 10, 1885, he married Clara B. Demeyer.

He was a member of the New York State Senate from 1894 to 1898, sitting in the 117th, 118th (both 30th D.), 119th, 120th and 121st New York State Legislatures (all three 47th D.).