Name/Title
Joseph L. MathiasEntry/Object ID
2026.011.001Description
Digital photograph print, framed. Portrait of Westminster Mayor Joseph L. Mathias. Photograph of older man with white hair, glasses, red and white striped tie and blue suit. Subject is looking to the upper right with arms resting in front of him. Beige mat with gold, black, and brown stained frame. 24" x 20 1/4", 2 1/2" x 3 1/2" mat.Context
Joseph L. Mathias (1884-1963) served as Mayor of the City of Westminster from 1942-1963 and City Councilman from 1927-1937. Historical Marker on E Main Street, Westminster MD reads:
"A tribute/Mayor Joseph L. Mathias
1884-1963
A community leader who served the city of
Westminster with dedication and distinction
over a period of thirty -two years.
City Councilman 1927-1937
Mayor of Westminster 1942-1963
Eliminated bonded indebtedness of city
Reduced municipal tax rate seven times without curtailment of city services
Instrumental in development of municipal playground and downtown parking areas
Purchased present municipal service building and upgraded and developed new street lighting system
Modernized and expanded the Westminster Police Department.
Presented by his associates 1979"Acquisition
Accession
2026.011Source or Donor
Doug MathiasAcquisition Method
Gift