Richard J. Conners - Albany, New York
N 42° 39.134 W 073° 45.274
18T E 602084 N 4722948
A tree in Academy Park in Albany is dedicated to Albany politician Richard J. Conners.
Waymark Code: WM8HX8
Location: New York, United States
Date Posted: 04/06/2010
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This tree, located in Academy Park just across the street from the New York State Capitol building in Albany, honors the many years of public service of Richard J. Conners. Conners was a career politician and Democrat who served the City of Albany and the State of New York in a number of positions.
The tree was dedicated in 1993. Conners died in 1995 at the age of 85.
The text on the dedication plaque reads:
Albany pays tribute to Richard J. Conners
Member of the Common Council 1942 - 1961
President of the Common Council 1961 - 1976
Member of the New York State Assembly 1977 - 1992
A half century of public service
Dedicated June, 1993
Location of the tree: Southern corner of Academy Park
Type of tree: Not listed
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