Upper Arlington in Franklin County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
John William Bricker
1893-1986
— Ohio governor, United States senator —
Photographed By Mark Moxley-Knapp, May 1, 2023
1. John William Bricker Marker
Bricker was a farmer, an educator, and a chaplain during W.W.I. Served as solicitor of Grandview Heights, 1920, assistant Ohio Attorney General 1923, member of Ohio Public Utilites Committee 1929, and Ohio Attorney General 1932. Elected governor of Ohio for three two year terms 1939-1944, and was vice presidential candidate in 1944. Elected to U.S. Senate, 1946 and re-elected, 1952. Senior partner in Bricker and Bokler law firm.
Married for 65 years to Harriet Day Bricker. They had one son, Jack and five grandchildren. Lived in Upper Arlington for 65 years.
Known to the community for his service, both locally and nationally and for his honesty. integrity, and enduring friendships.
Erected 1990 by Upper Arlington Historical Society.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Government & Politics. A significant historical year for this entry is 1893.
Location. 40° 1.885′ N, 83° 3.078′ W. Marker is in Upper Arlington, Ohio, in Franklin County. Marker is at the intersection of Tremont Road and Kenny Road, on the right
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Robert J. Murphy, M.D. (here, next to this marker); Don Monroe Casto, Sr. (here, next to this marker); James A. Rhodes (here, next to this marker); W.W. "Woody" Hayes (here, next to this marker); L. Marvin Moorehead (here, next to this marker); William Michael O'Leary (here, next to this marker); Arthur G. James (here, next to this marker); William Sloss Van Fossen (here, next to this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Upper Arlington.
Photographed By Mark Moxley-Knapp, May 1, 2023
2. Wall of Honor
Photographed By Mark Moxley-Knapp, May 1, 2023
3. Wall of Honor
Credits. This page was last revised on May 18, 2023. It was originally submitted on May 11, 2023, by Mark Moxley-Knapp of Columbus, Ohio. This page has been viewed 52 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 11, 2023, by Mark Moxley-Knapp of Columbus, Ohio. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
