Daniel Gallagher (sheriff)

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Daniel Gallagher
Member of the California State Assembly
from the 23rd district
In office
January 2, 1939 - January 7, 1942
Preceded by
Succeeded by
Personal details
Born(1896-09-06)September 6, 1896
DiedMarch 6, 1956(1956-03-06) (aged 59)
Political partyDemocratic

Daniel Gallagher (September 6, 1896 – May 6, 1956) was the Sheriff of the City and County of San Francisco from 1952–56. During his tenure he fought for prison reform and higher pay for women employees.[1] Prior to being appointed Sheriff, he was a member of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors.[1]

Gallagher also served as a member of the California State Assembly for the 23rd district from 1939 to 1942.[2]

References[]

  1. ^ a b "Sheriffs of San Francisco, a Proud Tradition Since 1850". City and County of San Francisco. Archived from the original on 2010-10-05. Retrieved 2010-12-02.
  2. ^ "Dan Gallagher". joincalifornia.com.

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Police appointments
Preceded by
Sheriff of the City and County of San Francisco
1952–1956
Succeeded by


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