Charles A. Snyder (April 16, 1867 – December 7, 1931)[1] was a Republican politician from Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania.

He was given the nickname of "Carnation Charley" for his lifelong habit of wearing a fresh flower every day in his lapel.

He was also a dapper dresser who was often seen in a light suit, wearing gloves and spats, and a soft brown hat.

[3] However, Snyder returned to local politics and was elected District Attorney for Schuylkill County in 1927 and was re-elected in 1931 but died suddenly on December 7, 1931, in his office in Pottsville, on the day before he was to be sworn in for his second term.

[2] He was 64 years old and as noted by Governor Gifford Pinchot, a "no more vital and colorful figure has existed in my time in Pennsylvania politics.