Man of the people
Active in the development of trade union organisation amongst women, and an excellent constituency M.P., Charles built a reputation for himself as a friend to the working class.
Hero or Scoundrel?
Charles was a highly respected and trusted member of the community. His fall from grace, by misappropriating the funds of the Chainmakers' and Strikers' Association, both shocked and angered many, while others believed that he had been "set-up", or at least had not been alone in the deception.