Harry Bacharach

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Harry Bacharach (d. 1947[1]) was an American politician and mayor of Atlantic City, New Jersey in 1912 (6 months), 1916–1920, and 1930–1935.[2] He also served as a city commissioner. His brother was United States Congressman Isaac Bacharach.[3] In 1914, Bacharach was tried for election fraud in the 1910 mayoral election.[4]

The Bacharach Giants, a Negro League baseball team that played in Atlantic City, was named for him.

[edit] References

  1. ^ "Died. Harry Bacharach, 73, five times mayor (1911-20, 1930-35) and longtime "No. 1 Booster" of Atlantic City; in Atlantic City.", Time, May 26, 1947
  2. ^ Atlantic City Free Public Library FAQ
  3. ^ "MAYOR RIDDLE DEFEATED.; Twenty-six Arrests Made in Atlantic City Election.", The New York Times, May 10, 1916
  4. ^ "TO TRY HARRY BACHARACH.; Election Case Against ex-Mayor of Atlantic City to be Called To-day.", The New York Times, January 26, 1914
Political offices
Preceded by
Joseph Paxson
Mayor of Atlantic City
1930 – 1935
Succeeded by
Charles D. White
Preceded by
William Riddle
Mayor of Atlantic City
1916 – 1920
Succeeded by
Edward L. Bader
Preceded by
George Carmany
Mayor of Atlantic City
1912 (6 months)
Succeeded by
William Riddle