Upper Arlington in Franklin County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
John W. "Pat" Wuichet, Sr.
1887-1940
— Community Leader, Educator, Sportsman —
Photographed By Mark Moxley-Knapp, May 1, 2023
1. John W. "Pat" Wuichet, Sr. Marker
Born in Dayton, Ohio. B.S. in agriculture from Ohio State University in 1908. Owned Cedar Crest Farms near Dayton.
Returned to Ohio State in 1918 as professor of animal husbandry. Wuichets were 12th family to settle in Upper Arlington. In 1917 John chaired committee to plan and establish Upper Arlington's public school system. Appointed to board of education and elected it's first president. Served on board from 1918-1927. Had vision of excellence and growth for the schools.
Nationally known as swine breeder and judge. Judged at state fairs and expositions across the country. In 1930s was named assistant state agent of the Agricultural Adjustment Administration.
Loved sports. Was member of Ohio State's first gymnastics team. Played on Upper Arlington resident baseball team. Charter member of community's golf and tennis clubs.
John and his wife Ruth had three children- John Jr., Lois Jeanette, and Tom P.
Erected 1990 by Upper Arlington Historical Society.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Education • Government & Politics • Sports. A significant historical year for this entry is 1887.
Location. 40° 1.88′ N, 83° 3.08′ W. Marker is in Upper
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Robert S. Crane, Jr. (here, next to this marker); John Wilmer Galbreath (here, next to this marker); Monsignor George J. Kennedy (here, next to this marker); Frederick R. Taylor (here, next to this marker); Ruth Weimer Mount (here, next to this marker); Walter B. Heischman (here, next to this marker); Howard Dwight Smith (here, next to this marker); Roy A. Burkhart PHD, DD (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 14, 2023. It was originally submitted on May 7, 2023, by Mark Moxley-Knapp of Columbus, Ohio. This page has been viewed 54 times since then and 15 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 7, 2023, by Mark Moxley-Knapp of Columbus, Ohio. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
