Joseph Day Barron (March 19, 1833 – June 11, 1910) was an editorial writer, legislator, and the 22nd Secretary of State of Alabama.

In 1856, Barron was editor of the Louina Eagle, afterwards called the Southern Mercury.

He served as Chief Clerk in office of Secretary of State, Major William W. Screws, and held this position for nine years (1878–1887).

He was a well-informed student of Indian law, traditions and characteristics, and wrote on these subjects, many of which are articles of great historical value.

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