1969 Press Photo Chapel Hill, North Carolina Mayor Howard Lee - now16309
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Description
Howard Lee, first African American to be elected Mayor of predominantly white southern city, has a happy smile as he poses at his office today. The "Mayor" above his head is part of a sign saying "Congratulations Mayor!" which was erected by an office worker. Lee will take over duties as Mayor of Chapel Hill, North Carolina next week.
