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 Newark Aqueduct Company.
- Occupation
- politician
- Position held
- Mayor of Newark, New Jersey
- Citizenship
- United States, British America
- Born
- 1770
- Died
- August 16, 1843
