Joe R. Dunmire
Joe R. Dunmire | |
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Portrait of Dunmire, circa 1966 | |
| Member of the South Dakota Senate from the 27th district | |
| In office 1969–1972 | |
| Preceded by | Alfred D. Roesler |
| Succeeded by | James B. Dunn |
| Member of the South Dakota House of Representatives | |
| In office 1953–1969 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 12, 1902 Clark County, Idaho, U.S. |
| Died | September 12, 1977 (aged 75) Deadwood, South Dakota, U.S. |
| Party | Republican |
| Spouse | Ruth Breeding |
| Children | 2 |
Joe R. Dunmire (July 12, 1902 – September 12, 1977) was an American educator, recreation administrator, and politician from South Dakota. He taught and coached for many years at Lead High School and later served as recreation director for the Homestake Mining Company. In politics, he was elected to the South Dakota House of Representatives in 1952, became House Republican floor leader and chaired the House State Affairs Committee, and was elected to the South Dakota Senate in 1968.