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Also Known As Richard Joseph Daley
Born May 15, 1902 • Chicago • Illinois
Died December 20, 1976 (aged 74) • Chicago • Illinois
Title / Office mayor (1955-1976), Chicago
Political Affiliation Democratic Party
Notable Family Members son Richard M. Daley

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