About Arthur L. Johnson
Lived 1869 – 1955 (aged 85). Arthur L. Johnson was an American educator.
Arthur Lacey Johnson ( – 1955) was an educator in the U.S. state of New Jersey and the namesake of Arthur L. Johnson High School in Clark.
Biography Arthur L. Johnson was born in Standing Stone Township, Pennsylvania. He served as the superintendent of schools for Union County, founding Union County College and helping organize the Union County Band and Orchestra Summer School and the Eastern Conservatory of Music and Arts.
He also helped establish the county's regional high school system, which lasted until July 1997.
Johnson died at age 86 in Elizabeth, New Jersey on May 16, 1955, shortly before the new high school in Clark was set to open. The district opted to name the school, which was a part of county district and now operates as part of the Clark Public Schools System, in his honor.
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Who was Arthur L. Johnson?
American educator (1869–1955)
When was Arthur L. Johnson born?
Arthur L. Johnson was born on 27 September 1869 in Standing Stone Township.
When did Arthur L. Johnson die?
Arthur L. Johnson died on 16 May 1955.
What was Arthur L. Johnson's occupation?
Arthur L. Johnson was an educator.
What nationality was Arthur L. Johnson?
Arthur L. Johnson was American.
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