croker

from The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48

Croker \Cro"ker\ (kr[=o]"k[~e]r), n. [Gr. kro`kos saffron.]
   A cultivator of saffron; a dealer in saffron. [Obs.]
   --Holinshed.
   [1913 Webster]

from Who Was Who: 5000 B. C. to Date

CROKER

Dick, ex-king of New York City.  Born in Ireland of
Irish parents. From childhood he practiced the art of politics,
which resulted in his gaining the friendship of the New York
police force.  C. was elected.  C. was very poor.  Later
retired to his native land with two Atlantic liners filled with
salary.  Ambition:  An Irish president. Recreation:  English
Derbys.  Address:  Ireland.  Clubs: 1,100,000 New York
Democratic.