[1] Known as a skilled orator, Carscallen's firm became sought-after by high-profile clients, including during the city's sensational Hyslop and Depew murder cases.
[1] Re-elected easily in 1902 and 1905, Carscallen was never appointed to the cabinet, but was given the chair of the legislature's private bills committee by James Whitney after the Conservatives formed government.
In the summer of 1906, in an effort to rest and address his recent diagnosis with Bright's disease, Carscallen left Hamilton for Atlantic City, though returned quickly after his illness progressed rapidly.
In early September, his condition improved slightly, leading his doctors to issue statements indicating he could possibly recover and return to work within weeks.
[1] Following his death, the Spectator called Carscallen one of Hamilton's "most popular and distinguished citizens" who gave Ontario's provincial government "his great experience and unusual gifts.