Grove City in Mercer County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
J. Howard Pew
1882 - 1971
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., April 10, 2021
1. J. Howard Pew Marker
Trustee 1912 - 1971
President, Board of Trustees, 1931 - 1971
This statue of J. Howard Pew commemorates his wisdom, his integrity, and his commitment to the ideals of this nation. His values are deeply imbued in the fabric and experience of Grove City College. He was a servant of the Lord and a steward in every sense of the resources of this institution. His legacy will endure in all seasons and for all time.
Commissioned on the occasion of the 125th anniversary of
Grove City College 2001 A.D.
Dedicated October 19, 2004 A.D.
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This statue is given by President and Mrs. Richard G. Jewell '67
on the occasion of the 125th anniversary of
Grove City College and out of respect for Mr. Pew's
love for his country, his church and his college.
Erected by President and Mrs. Richard G. Jewell.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Churches & Religion • Education. A significant historical date for this entry is October 19, 2004.
Location. 41° 9.416′ N, 80° 4.877′ W. Marker is in Grove City, Pennsylvania, in Mercer County. Markers and statue
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Veterans Honorary (within shouting distance of this marker); Pythagorean 𝜋 (approx. 0.2 miles away); Cunningham Memorial Park (approx. ¼ mile away); Site of First Building (approx. ¼ mile away); Grove City College Original Campus (approx. 0.3 miles away); Charlie Ray (approx. 0.3 miles away); History of Grove City (approx. 0.3 miles away); James G. Bell (approx. 0.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Grove City.
Also see . . .
1. Grove City College History. (Submitted on April 13, 2021, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)
2. Pew Legacy at Grove City College. (Submitted on April 13, 2021, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)
3. J. Howard Pew (The Philanthropy Roundtable). (Submitted on April 13, 2021, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., April 10, 2021
2. J. Howard Pew Marker
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., April 10, 2021
3. J. Howard Pew Statue and Markers
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., April 10, 2021
4. J. Howard Pew Statue
Credits. This page was last revised on April 13, 2021. It was originally submitted on April 13, 2021, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 146 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on April 13, 2021, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.
