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John B. Gage
American politician (1887–1970) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
John Bailey Gage (February 24, 1887 – January 15, 1970) was an American attorney who served as mayor of Kansas City, Missouri from 1940 to 1946. He made reforms following the collapse of the political machine of Thomas Pendergast.
Quick Facts 45th Mayor of Kansas City, Preceded by ...
John B. Gage | |
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45th Mayor of Kansas City | |
In office 1940–1946 | |
Preceded by | Charles S. Keith |
Succeeded by | William E. Kemp |
Personal details | |
Born | John Bailey Gage (1887-02-24)February 24, 1887 Kansas City, Missouri, U.S. |
Died | January 15, 1970(1970-01-15) (aged 82) Kansas City, Missouri, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse |
Constant R. Lane
(m. 1916; died 1920) |
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