Thornton Harkaway

President Thornton Harkaway was an American wizard and the President of the Magical Congress of the United States of America.

Biography
He opted to have the headquarters for the Magical Congress of the United States of America moved to his hometown of Williamsburg, Virginia, in 1760. He was described as flamboyant. He bred crups and unfortunately his pack savagely attacked several No-Majs, who afterwards were only able to bark for a period of 48 hours. This breach of the Statute of Secrecy led to him leaving office in disgrace.

It may not be a coincidence that the first dedicated psychiatric hospital was established in Williamsburg as odd sightings near the Harkaway residence might have accounted for many No-Majs who were admitted but actually sane.

Etymology
Thornton is derived from a surname which was derived from a place name meaning "thorn town" in Old English.

Harkaway is a surname derived from a sporting phrase that was used to guide and incite hunting dogs.