William P. Yoerg
William Paul Yoerg | |
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Portrait of William Yoerg as mayor, 1936 | |
| 32nd Mayor of the City of Holyoke, Massachusetts | |
| In office 1936–1939 | |
| Preceded by | Henry J. Toepfert |
| Succeeded by | Henry J. Toepfert |
| Executive Director of the Holyoke Housing Authority | |
| In office 1939 - 1940 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | October 16, 1883 South Hadley Falls, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Died | September 26, 1957 (aged 73) Holyoke, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Resting place | St. Jerome's Cemetery, Holyoke, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Mary G. Dugan |
| Children | 1 |
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William Paul Yoerg (October 16, 1883 – September 26, 1957) was an American politician, businessman, and the 32nd mayor of Holyoke, Massachusetts. A tire salesman and garage proprietor prior to his political career, Yoerg established his company, Yoerg Tire & Rubber Company in 1909, reportedly selling more U.S. Brand tires than any other New England competitor during his time in business, overseeing it in some capacity until his retirement in 1954. During his tenure as mayor, he presided during several WPA projects, including the expansion of Mackenzie Stadium, completion of the city's War Memorial Building, and the construction of flood controls in the downtown and Springdale. He also ran an unsuccessful campaign for Lieutenant Governor in 1938.