Joseph M. Barr (May 28, 1906 – August 26, 1982) is an American politician who held a variety of positions, including an eleven year tenure as Mayor of Pittsburgh from 1959 to 1970.
Read more about Joseph M. Barr: Early Life, Pittsburgh Politics, State Democratic Politics, Later Life
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