There are no extraordinary men... just extraordinary circumstances that ordinary men are forced to deal with.
I never trust a fighting man who doesnt smoke or drink.
William Halsey
- Gender: Male
- Born: 1770
- Died: Aug 16, 1843
William Halsey was the first mayor of Newark, New Jersey serving from 1836 to 1837. He was 66 years of age and an attorney when elected. Halsey Street in downtown Newark is named after him. He also served as director of the The Newark Aqueduct Company.