Jack Pollack

James H. "Jack" Pollack (21 October 1899 – 14 March 1977) was an American Democratic politician known for criminal pursuits and interference in court system.

Early life Pollack was born in Baltimore, Maryland and lived in a home near the intersection of Wilson and Exeter Streets during his childhood.

Criminal career Pollack also made a name for himself during prohibition as a whiskey-runner. From a residence on West Fayette Street, Pollack organized whiskey smuggling under the claimed profession of "chauffeur". From 1921 to 1926, Pollack was arrested 13 times on charges that ranged from assault to murder. Pollack was well respected despite some blatant criminal activity while in politics. He was appointed to the Maryland State Athletic Commission in 1933 by Governor Albert Ritchie.

Death Pollack remained active in politics until his death from cancer on 14 March 1977 at University Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland.