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RVNH40303 Hunter Memorial

FILES

RVNH40303.jpg

Dublin Core

Title

RVNH40303 Hunter Memorial

Description

W.P. Hunter Memorial at Hunter Viaduct. The inscription reads, "Hunter Memorial Bridge in grateful memorial of William Pearce Hunter; May 29, 1884 - March 13, 1956; first city manager, October 1, 1918 - December 31, 1947; member City Council, 1948-1952; Mayor, 1948-1949; His life was dedicated to good government and the welfare of Roanoke. As a pioneer in the field of city management, he adapted a new system and made it work. His faithful service has left an imperishable mark on the City's well-being and is engraved in the hearts of its people."

Creator

unknown

Source

Publisher

Roanoke Public Libraries

Date

unknown

Contributor

Roanoke City Police Department

Rights

Please contact the Virginia Room at 540.853.2073 for permission to use.

Format

Digital Image

Type

Still Image

Identifier

RVNH40303

Citation

unknown, “RVNH40303 Hunter Memorial,” Virginia Room Digital Collection, accessed November 21, 2024, http://www.virginiaroom.org/digital/document/RVNH40303.