William Parker (Boston)

William Parker (November 7, 1793 – October 29, 1873) was an American businessman and politician, who served as acting mayor of Boston, Massachusetts in early 1845.

William Parker
Acting Mayor of Boston, Massachusetts
In office January 6, 1845[1] – February 27, 1845[1]
Preceded by	Martin Brimmer[1]
Succeeded by	Thomas Aspinwall Davis[1]
Member of the Boston Board of Aldermen from Ward 10 [2]
In office 1846–1847
In office January 6, 1845 – March 6, 1845
In office 1842–1843
In office 1828
Personal details
Born	November 7, 1793
Died	October 29, 1873
Political party	Whig[3]
Spouse	Julia Maria Stevens
Children	Julia C. Parker, Sarah M. Parker, Grace Helen Parker
Profession	Attorney

He was an unsuccessful candidate in the 1844–45 and 1847 Boston mayoral elections.

Early life

Parker was one of thirteen children. Parker was the son of Bishop Samuel Parker and Ann (née Culter) Parker.