Daniel H. Coakley | |
|---|---|
 Coakley, circa 1894 | |
| Member of the Massachusetts Governor's Council from the 4th district | |
| In office 1933–1941 | |
| Preceded by | James H. Brennan |
| Succeeded by | John M. Cunningham |
| Member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives | |
| In office 1893–1897 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | December 10, 1865 South Boston |
| Died | September 18, 1952 (aged 86) |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Children | Daniel H. Coakley Jr. |
| Occupation | Horse car conductor Journalist Lawyer Politician |
Daniel Henry Coakley[1] (December 10, 1865 – September 18, 1952) was an American Democratic politician and attorney from Massachusetts. He was a key figure in early 20th century Boston politics, as an ally to District Attorney Joseph C. Pelletier and as an on-again-off-again ally to Mayor James Michael Curley. As an attorney, Coakley took part in numerous badger game extortion schemes and was disbarred in 1922 for deceit, malpractice, and gross misconduct.[1][2]
Coakley later was elected to the Massachusetts Governor's Council, where he secured a pardon for mobster Raymond L. S. Patriarca.[3] He was impeached and removed from office in 1941 for using his position and influence to secure pardons in exchange for financial gain.[4]
- ^ a b "Moves to Disbar in Federal Court". The Boston Daily Globe. May 17, 1922.
- ^ Nelson, Garrison (2012). John William McCormack: A Political Biography. Crown/Archetype. pp. 88–91.
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