Charles P. Clever

Charles P. Clever (February 23, 1830 – July 8, 1874) was a delegate from the Territory of New Mexico.

He studied law, was admitted to the bar in 1861 and commenced practice in Santa Fe.

Clever presented credentials as Delegate-elect to the Fortieth Congress and served from September 2, 1867, to February 20, 1869, when he was succeeded by José Francisco Chaves, who contested the election.

He engaged in the practice of law until his death in Tome, New Mexico, on July 8, 1874, and was interred in the Santa Fe National Cemetery.

This article incorporates public domain material from the Biographical Directory of the United States Congress