William Thomas Somers Explained

William Thomas Somers (June 19, 1916March 14, 1994) was the 26th mayor of Atlantic City, New Jersey, from 1969 to 1972.[1]

Biography

He was born on June 19, 1916, in Atlantic City, New Jersey. He was a Republican.[2] As Mayor, Somers was convicted of extortion under color of official right.[3]

He died at Shore Medical Center on March 14, 1994.

Notes and References

  1. News: William T. Somers, 77. March 16, 1994. The Philadelphia Inquirer. 2011-10-04.
  2. Book: Diary of a DA: The True Story of the Prosecutor Who Took on the Mob, Fought Corruption, and Won. 9781620876749. Stern. Herbert J.. September 2012.
  3. United States v. Somers, 496 F.2d 723 (3d Cir. 1974).