Harold Roe Bartle

American politician, 47th Kansas City Mayor

Harold Roe Bartle - American politician, 47th Kansas City Mayor
Born

June 25th, 1901
123 years ago

Died

1974
51 years ago — 73 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as the 47th Mayor of Kansas City from 1956 to 1959. Played a significant role in the development of the city's infrastructure and community programs. Instrumental in promoting the establishment of various parks and recreational areas in the region. Contributed to increasing Kansas City's prominence on the national stage through various civic efforts and initiatives.

Served as Mayor of Kansas City

Promoted city infrastructure projects

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