About Joseph E. Bates
Lived 1837 – 1900 (aged 63). Joseph E. Bates was an American politician.
Joseph E. Bates (May 5, 1837 – September 22, 1900) was an American politician who served on the city council and as mayor.
Bates was born in Chautauqua County, New York, and raised in Muskegon County, Michigan. He moved to Denver, Colorado in 1860, where he became involved in working for various businesses. He became active in city politics being elected a city councilor in 1868. Bates established enterprises including the Denver Brewery, Denver Pacific Railroad, and the Denver Smelting and Refining Works. Joseph E. Bates was twice elected Mayor of Denver, in 1872 and again in 1885.
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Who was Joseph E. Bates?
American politician (1837-1900)
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Joseph E. Bates was born on 5 May 1837.
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Joseph E. Bates died on 22 September 1900.
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Joseph E. Bates was a politician.
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Joseph E. Bates was American.
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