John M. Parker

John Milliken Parker Sr. (March 16, 1863 – May 20, 1939), was an American Democratic politician from Louisiana, who served as the state's 37th Governor from 1920 to 1924. He was a friend and admirer of U.S. President Theodore Roosevelt.

For the New York politician, see John M. Parker (New York politician). For other persons named John Parker, see John Parker (disambiguation).

John Milliken Parker Sr.
37th Governor of Louisiana
In office
May 11, 1920 – May 13, 1924
LieutenantHewitt Bouanchaud
Delos R. Johnson
Preceded byRuffin G. Pleasant
Succeeded byHenry L. Fuqua
Personal details
Born
John Milliken Parker

(1863-03-16)March 16, 1863
Washington, Louisiana
DiedMay 20, 1939(1939-05-20) (aged 76)
Pass Christian, Mississippi
Resting placeMetairie Cemetery
Political partyProgressive (1912–1916)
Democratic (1916–1939)
SpouseCecile Airey Parker
Alma materEastman Business College
OccupationBusinessman
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