Arthur L. Parker Plaque (1944)


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The above plaque is of Arthur L. Parker, founder of the Parker Appliance Co. (now the Parker Hannifin Corporation). The plaque was presented by the foundry employees.  Rebeck listed the Parker Appliance Co. as his employer on his World War II draft registration (dated April 27, 1942).  The plaque can still be seen at their corporate headquarters in Cleveland, OH.

REFERENCES:

“The Sculptor.” Radio Script, 1962.

Picture provided by Dave Rebeck.