William P. Hayes

William P. Hayes (March 27, 1866 – October 20, 1940) was an American lawyer and politician who served as the twenty seventh Mayor of Springfield, Massachusetts.

Early life
Hayes was born in Springfield, Massachusetts, on March 27, 1866, to John and Margaret Hayes.

Education
Hays was educated at the Springfield grammar and High Schools. Hayes attended Ottawa College in Ottawa, Ontario, where he spent one year, and Boston University School of Law, from which he graduated in 1889.

Early career
Hayes was the Assistant City Assessor of Springfield in 1887 and 1888. Hayes was admitted to the Massachusetts Bar at Springfield, Massachusetts, on November 12, 1889. He was also the first Irish mayor of Springfield, Massachusetts.