About John Barr
Lived 1887 – 1971 (aged 84). John Barr was a New Zealand librarian.
John Barr (28 July 1887 – 25 December 1971) was a New Zealand librarian. He was born in Glasgow, Lanarkshire, Scotland, on 28 July 1887.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Barr?
New Zealand librarian (1887–1971)
When was John Barr born?
John Barr was born on 28 July 1887 in Glasgow.
When did John Barr die?
John Barr died on 25 December 1971.
What was John Barr's occupation?
John Barr was a librarian.
What nationality was John Barr?
John Barr was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Barr (librarian)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Barr. https://biography.guide/john-barr-librarian/
MLA: "John Barr." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-barr-librarian/.
Chicago: "John Barr." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-barr-librarian/.
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