Endicott in Broome County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

George F. Johnson

Photographed by Susan A. Dalaba, August 10, 2025

1. George F. Johnson Marker

Inscription. In Honor of
George F. Johnson
In appreciation of
his Square Deal Policy
May 1, A.D.1919

Erected 1919 by E.J. Workers.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Immigration • Industry & Commerce. A significant historical date for this entry is May 1, 1919.

Location. 42° 5.852′ N, 76° 3.017′ W. Marker is in Endicott, New York, in Broome County. It is at the intersection of East Main Street (New York State Route 17C) and Jefferson Avenue, on the right when traveling east on East Main Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1009 East Main Street, Endicott NY 13760, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Upstate New York

and in the Southern Tier.

It is also in the American Northeast,

in the Mid-Atlantic,

in Appalachia,

and specifically in Northern Appalachia. Globally, it is in North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Netherland

and also one of the original Thirteen Colonies.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking

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distance of this marker: A different marker also named George F. Johnson (within shouting distance of this marker); Revolutionary War Patriots (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Riverside Cemetery (approx. 0.4 miles away); First Log Church (approx. half a mile away); Drovers Inn (approx. 0.6 miles away); Rounds House (approx. 0.6 miles away); Mercereau Park (approx. 0.6 miles away); Site of 1901 Lackawanna Train Wreck (approx. 0.6 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Endicott.

Regarding George F. Johnson. “Johnson, noted throughout his career for his progressive labor policies, was one of the earliest and largest promoters of welfare capitalism. He believed it was the responsibility of the modern, progressive employer to provide for the workers’ welfare.” - NPR

Also see . . .
1. George F. Johnson (Wikipedia). (Submitted on August 15, 2025, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.)
2. The Legacy of George F. Johnson And The Square Deal - NPR. (Submitted on August 15, 2025, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.)

Photographed by Susan A. Dalaba, August 10, 2025

2. George F. Johnson Marker

Photographed by Susan A. Dalaba, August 10, 2025

3. George F. Johnson Marker

Photographed by Susan A. Dalaba, August 10, 2025

4. George F. Johnson Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on August 15, 2025. It was originally submitted on August 11, 2025, by Susan A. Dalaba of Cortland, New York. This page has been viewed 102 times since then and 18 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on August 11, 2025, by Susan A. Dalaba of Cortland, New York. • Michael Herrick was the editor who published this page.