John Powers (Illinois politician)

For other people named John Powers, see John Powers (disambiguation).
John Powers
Chicago Alderman from the 19th ward
In office
1905–1923
Preceded byWilliam J. Moran
Succeeded byDonald S. McKinlay
In office
1888–1904
Preceded byconstituency re-created
Succeeded byFred D. Ryan
Personal details
BornFebruary 15, 1852
Brenor, County Kilkenny, Ireland
DiedMay 19, 1930(1930-05-19) (aged 78)
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
PartyDemocratic
Spouses
  • Mary Farrell
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    (m. 1880; died 1917)​
  • Mayme Larrabee McKenna
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    (m. 1918; died 1925)​
  • Frances Lawler Wolff
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    (m. 1926)​
ChildrenJohn F. Powers, Thomas Powers, Mrs. John E. McNichols, Mrs. George Moxley

John Powers (February 15, 1852 – May 19, 1930) served as an alderman in Chicago, Illinois (1888–1903, 1904–1927), for the Democratic Party. He was known as Johnny De Pow by his constituents. Along with Bathhouse John Coughlin and Hinky Dink Kenna, Powers was considered one of the leaders of the "Gray Wolves" of Chicago politics.

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