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Willis E. Donley

1901 – 1985

American politician

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About Willis E. Donley

Lived 1901 – 1985 (aged 83). Willis E. Donley was an American politician.

Willis E. Donley (June 24, 1901 – June 6, 1985) was an American politician and lawyer.

Born in the Town of Frankfort, Pepin County, Wisconsin, Donley went to Durand High School. He then went to Ripon College and the Marquette University Law School. Donley then practiced law. In 1933, Donley served in the Wisconsin State Assembly and was a Democrat.

His son, Terrence Joseph Donley, was a career criminal, serving time for narcotics and cashing bad checks. One scam involved his claiming to be the son of Lowell Thomas. In the 1970s, Terrence Donley worked as an undercover operative for Wisconsin Attorney General Robert Warren. In 1983, he came forward, claiming that Warren had ordered him to commit illegal acts in order to frame Mafia chieftain Frank Balistrieri.

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Important facts

Born
24 June 1901
Birth century
20th century
Died
6 June 1985
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
United States
Education
Marquette University Law School
Positions held
Member of the Wisconsin State Assembly

People in Willis E. Donley's life

Named in this biography and alive at the same time

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Lowell Thomas
1892 – 1981
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Robert Warren
1829 – 1915
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Frank Balistrieri
1918 – 1993
Crime boss

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Willis E. Donley?

American politician (1901-1985)

When was Willis E. Donley born?

Willis E. Donley was born on 24 June 1901.

When did Willis E. Donley die?

Willis E. Donley died on 6 June 1985.

What was Willis E. Donley's occupation?

Willis E. Donley was a politician.

What nationality was Willis E. Donley?

Willis E. Donley was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Willis E. Donley

· Wikidata: Q19517841

· DBpedia: Willis E. Donley

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