Frank S. Giles Jr.

Business career Giles was a Theatre manager, and the proprietor of the Merrimack Concession Co.

Government service Giles was a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives from the 5th Essex District from 1947 to 1961. Giles was also a Methuen town meeting member for 22 years and a member of the Methuen school committee for six years, five as chairman.

Indictment and resignation On March 26, 1964, Giles was indicted on charges of conspiracy, larceny, aiding and abetting in making false reports, and conflict of interest. As a result, on March 30, 1964, Giles was suspended from his job as Massachusetts Public Safety Commissioner. Giles was found guilty of perjury on February 18, 1965. He resigned as Commissioner on September 27, 1965. His resignation was accepted by the Governor on September 28, 1965. As Giles suspension was terminated by his resignation, Caples temporary appointment also ended, and Leo L. Laughlin was appointed by Governor John A. Volpe to fill the vacancy that was created by Giles' resignation. Giles conviction was set aside on June 22, 1967.