Preceded by Oscar Sheppard Name Frank Archer Political party Republican Role Politician | Spouse(s) Lucy F. Horn Party Republican Party Children five | |
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Succeeded by George Henry Chamberlain Born May 20, 1858
Bellaire, Ohio ( 1858-05-20 ) Died December 11, 1914, Bellaire, Ohio, United States | ||
Frank Archer redirects here. For the fictional character, see Frank Archer (Fullmetal Alchemist)
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Frank B. Archer (20 May, 1858 – 11 December, 1914) was a politician from Bellaire, Ohio, United States. He was president pro tem of the Ohio State Senate 1902-1904.
Early life
Frank B. Archer was born in Bellaire, Ohio on May 5, 1858. His father died that autumn, and his mother, with six children, was thrown into poverty. He began working in a glass factory at age 12, and by age 17 he had finished his apprenticeship and was a master tradesman.
Political career
In 1884, Archer left the factory to pursue the stationary and insurance business. Two years before that, he had begun his political career by being elected treasurer of Pultney Township. He served two terms on the city council of Bellaire, and was president of that body for two years. He was elected treasurer of Belmont County in 1889 and was re-elected. He was twice Chairman of the Belmont County Republican Executive Committee.
Archer was elected to the Ohio State Senate from the 20th and 22nd districts, and was re-elected in 1901. He was elected as president pro tem for the sessions in 1902 and 1903.
Personal
Frank B. Archer married Lucy F. Horn. They had four sons and a daughter. He was a member of the Masonic and Knights of Pythias fraternal organizations. He died December 11, 1914 at Bellaire.