Joe W. Davis (politician)

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Joe W. Davis (22 October 1918 - 14 November 1992) was a prolific mayor of Huntsville, Alabama who served as mayor from 1968 to 1988, trying unsuccessfully for a sixth consecutive term. He is the second-longest serving mayor of Huntsville, behind only Alex W. McAllister. He was a Freemason and member of Helion Lodge #1 in Huntsville, Alabama.

The local baseball stadium, home of the Huntsville Stars, is named after Davis.

Preceded by Glenn Hearn

Mayor of Huntsville, Alabama 1968—1988

Succeeded by Steve Hettinger