Charles W. Porter (July 11, 1849 – August 1, 1891) was an attorney and public official who served as Secretary of State of Vermont.
[1] After completing his education, Porter moved to Montpelier, where he studied law with Benjamin F. Fifield, and was admitted to the bar.
[1] In 1884, longtime incumbent George Nichols retired, and Porter became Secretary of State.
[2] Porter died at the home of his brother in law in New Bedford, Massachusetts on August 1, 1891.
[3] He had been ill for more than a year, and traveled extensively in an effort to restore his health.