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William A. Cocke (1796 – May 9, 1844) was the third mayor of Louisville, Kentucky. His term of office was from 1836 to 1837, as mayors were then elected to one-year terms.

Life

Little is known of his early life. He was elected to the TownCouncil in 1834, and from 1838 to 1843. Previously mayors had been chosenby the governor, Cocke was the first to be elected by the TownCouncil. This was problematic, and took three weeks before a conclusive vote was reached.

He ran in another convoluted election in 1841 this time voted on by citizens. He won it initially, but his opponent, James Harrison, successfully called for a freshvote, and both were defeated by David L. Beatty.

• Kleber, John E., ed. (2001). "Cocke, W.A.". The Encyclopedia of Louisville (1 ed.).