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Christopher A. Buckley | |
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 Chris Buckley in 1880s. | |
| Born | December 25, 1845 |
| Died | April 20, 1922 (aged 76) San Francisco, California, U.S. |
| Nationality | Irish-American |
| Other names | "Blind Boss Buckley" |
| Occupation(s) | Saloonkeeper, lawyer, racketeer |
| Known for | Political boss of San Francisco |
| Political party | Democratic |
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Christopher Augustine Buckley Sr. (December 25, 1845 – April 20, 1922), commonly referred to as Blind Boss Buckley, was a saloonkeeper and Democratic Party political boss in San Francisco, California.[1] Though he never held public office, Buckley ruled the San Francisco Democratic Party apparatus in the late 19th century.[2]
- ^ Rego, Nilda (February 14, 2011). "Days Gone By: The up-and-down career of 'Blind Boss' Buckley left its mark on history". The Mercury News. Archived from the original on May 10, 2017. Retrieved 2024-06-28.
- ^ Daniel Steven, Crafts. "Christopher Buckley". San Francisco's Found.