James H. Kelly

James H. Kelly (October 15, 1919 – July 13, 1984) was an American politician who served as Boston Fire Commissioner and a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives.

[1] He was an unsuccessful candidate for state auditor in 1966, losing to incumbent Thaddeus M. Buczko 60% to 40% in the Democratic primary.

[4] He retired on July 11, 1975, while under investigation for allegedly violating state law by pressuring members of the department into contributing to White's 1971 campaign.

[6] On August 15, 1975, he and deputy chief Leslie Magoon were indicted on charges of conspiracy and violating three of the state's election laws.

[7] According to the indictment, the two and others promised to promote BFD personnel in exchange for contributions to White's mayoral campaign.