What is maclay hoyne?

Maclay Hoyne was an American lawyer and politician who served as the State's Attorney of Cook County, Illinois from 1912 to 1920. He was known for his unconventional approach to prosecuting criminals and his insistence on justice for all, regardless of social status or political influence.

Hoyne was born on January 8, 1862 in Painesville, Ohio. He graduated from Harvard Law School in 1885 and moved to Chicago to practice law. He quickly gained a reputation as a skilled trial lawyer and was appointed as an assistant State's Attorney in 1894.

In 1912, Hoyne was elected as the State's Attorney of Cook County, defeating the incumbent who had the backing of the political machine. He quickly became known for his aggressive pursuit of corruption and his efforts to hold powerful individuals accountable for their actions.

Some of Hoyne's notable cases included the prosecution of several corrupt police officers and the indictment of several politicians for bribes and kickbacks. He also investigated the notorious Leopold and Loeb case, in which two wealthy young men kidnapped and murdered a 14-year-old boy.

Hoyne's unorthodox tactics and willingness to take on powerful organizations and individuals made him many enemies. He was the target of several assassination attempts, including a bombing of his home in 1915.

After leaving office in 1920, Hoyne returned to private practice and continued to speak out against political corruption. He died in 1931 at the age of 69.