William J. Barker (Denver mayor)
William J. Barker | |
|---|---|
Barker, circa 1875 | |
| 12th Mayor of Denver | |
| In office 1874–1876 | |
| Preceded by | Francis M. Case |
| Succeeded by | R. G. Buckingham |
| Personal details | |
| Born | December 23, 1831 Watkins, New York |
| Died | March 27, 1900 (aged 68) Denver Colorado, United States |
William J. Barker (December 23, 1831 – March 27, 1900) was an American politician who served as the mayor of Denver, Colorado from 1874 to 1876. He was a pioneer and moved to Denver in 1860, buying a large amount of property. 1876, Barker's last year as mayor office, is the same year Colorado was granted statehood.
He is buried in the Fairmount Cemetery.