Charles Somers

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Charles Somers (October 13, 1868 - June 29, 1934) was an American executive in Cleveland, Ohio's coal industry who also achieved prominence in Major League Baseball. The financial resources from his business interests allowed Somers to become one of the principal founders of baseball's American League in 1901. He was the principal owner of the Boston club that was sometimes called the "Somersets" in his honor and he helped finance the Cleveland club, at least.

Residing in Cleveland and traveling to Boston, Somers was American League's active vice-president during the trade war for independence of and equality with the National League, practically won in 1903.

Several years later, he invested in Cleveland's baseball franchise, and under his ownership there from 1910-1915, the team adopted its current name, the Cleveland Indians.

Preceded by None

Owner of the Boston Red Sox 1901 — 1903

Succeeded by Henry Killilea