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Joseph D. Scholtz
American politician (1890–1972) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Joseph Denunzio Scholtz (January 16, 1890 – September 25, 1972) was Mayor of Louisville, Kentucky from 1937 to 1941.
Quick Facts 43rd Mayor of Louisville, Kentucky, Preceded by ...
Joseph Denunzio Scholtz | |
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![]() Scholtz in July 1939 | |
43rd Mayor of Louisville, Kentucky | |
In office 1937–1941 | |
Preceded by | Neville Miller |
Succeeded by | Wilson W. Wyatt |
Personal details | |
Born | (1890-01-16)January 16, 1890 Louisville, Kentucky, U.S. |
Died | September 25, 1972(1972-09-25) (aged 82) Louisville, Kentucky, U.S. |
Resting place | Cave Hill Cemetery Louisville, Kentucky, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Alma mater | Cornell University |
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Rank | Major |
Battles/wars | World War I World War II |
Awards | Legion of Merit |
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