Gottlieb R. Berger (October 3, 1885 – December 14, 1973) served as mayor of Murray, Utah from 1934 to 1941.[1] He was a foreman for the American Smelting and Refining Company (ASARCO), and was a member of Fraternal Order of Eagles. He was a son of Murray founding father Gottlieb Berger who served on the city council when the city was incorporated.[2]

Gottlieb Berger
12th Mayor of Murray, Utah
In office
January 1, 1934 – January 1, 1941
Preceded byFred Peters
Succeeded byCurtis Shaw
Personal details
BornOctober 3, 1885
Murray, Utah
DiedDecember 14, 1973(1973-12-14) (aged 88)
Murray, Utah
SpouseAnna Marie Mall
Children4
Residence(s)Murray, Utah

As Mayor, he was noted for his efforts to improve roads, especially collaborating with Midvale, Utah to improve roads between the two cities.[3] He died December 14, 1973.

References

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  1. ^ "History of Murray City > Past Mayors". City government of Murray, Utah. Retrieved 13 April 2010.
  2. ^ Two Enter Murray Race. The Deseret News. September 27, 1939
  3. ^ Midvale, Murray Ask Road Fixing. The Deseret News September 7, 1935.