John Powers (alderman)
John Powers | |
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| Chicago Alderman | |
| In office 1905–1923 | |
| Constituency | 25th ward |
| In office 1888–1904 | |
| Constituency | 19th ward |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 15, 1852 Brenor, County Kilkenny, Ireland |
| Died | May 19, 1930 (aged 78) Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
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| Children | John F. Powers, Thomas Powers, Mrs. John E. McNichols, Mrs. George Moxley |
| Residence(s) | Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
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.