Hague, << hayg, >> Frank (1876-1956), an American politician, served as mayor of Jersey City, New Jersey, from 1917 to 1947. Through his firm control of the Democratic Party in his area, Hague became influential in national politics. He was an important supporter of United States President Franklin D. Roosevelt. This support helped Hague dominate New Jersey politics, despite widespread complaints of political corruption in that state while he was in control. Hague was born on Jan. 17, 1876, in Jersey City. He died on Jan. 1, 1956.
