Olean in Cattaraugus County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Historic Site - Home of Frank W. Higgins
Photographed By Yugoboy, August 17, 2012
1. Historic SIte Marker
Approximately 100 feet south of this spot stood the home of Frank W. Higgins. Elected State Senator in 1894 -- Lieut. Governor in 1902 -- Governor of the State of New York in 1905-06. A distinguished citizen and businessman who contributed greatly to the development of Olean.Erected 1966 by Acme Markets Incorporated.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Government & Politics. A significant historical year for this entry is 1894.
Location. 42° 4.645′ N, 78° 25.706′ W. Marker is in Olean, New York, in Cattaraugus County. Marker is on East State Street (New York State Route 417) just west of S. Barry Street, on the left when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Olean NY 14760, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 6 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Women's Suffrage (within shouting distance of this marker); Grand Army of the Republic (within shouting distance of this marker); 1804-2004 (within shouting distance of this marker); Major Adam Hoops (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line);
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Also see . . . Frank W. Higgins - Hall of Governors. (Submitted on October 10, 2012, by Bill Pfingsten of Bel Air, Maryland.)
Credits. This page was last revised on July 8, 2017. It was originally submitted on October 8, 2012, by Yugoboy of Rochester, New York. This page has been viewed 590 times since then and 75 times this year. Photo 1. submitted on October 8, 2012, by Yugoboy of Rochester, New York. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
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