William G. Enloe | |
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| Mayor of Raleigh, North Carolina | |
| In office July 1, 1957 – June 30, 1963 | |
| Preceded by | Fred B. Wheeler |
| Succeeded by | James W. Reid |
| Member of the Raleigh City Council | |
| In office 1953–1957 | |
| In office 1971 – November 22, 1972 | |
| Preceded by | Thomas W. Bradshaw |
| Succeeded by | Edith Reid |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 15, 1902 Rock Hill, South Carolina, United States |
| Died | November 22, 1972 (aged 70) Raleigh, North Carolina |
| Resting place | Historic Oakwood Cemetery |
| Political party | Democratic Party |
| Spouse | Ruth Erskine |
| Children | 2 |
William Gilmore "Bill" Enloe (June 15, 1902 – November 22, 1972) was an American businessman and politician who served as the Mayor of Raleigh, North Carolina from 1957 to 1963. Enloe was born in South Carolina and sold popcorn before moving to North Carolina and taking up work with North Carolina Theatres, Inc. In 1953 he was elected to the City Council of Raleigh. Four years later he was elected Mayor. During his tenure the American South was permeated by civil unrest due to racial segregation. Considered a moderate on civil rights, Enloe criticized black demonstrators and resisted efforts to integrate the theaters he managed, but he eventually compromised and appointed a committee to oversee the desegregation of Raleigh businesses. He left office in 1963, but returned to the city council in 1971. He died the following year. William G. Enloe High School in Raleigh was named in his honor.