Located outside on the West Plaza (High Street) This plaque was dedicated to Joseph T. Ferguson on his 80th birthday, during his long career in Ohio public service. At the time the plaque was dedicated, Ferguson was believed to have been the oldest elected official in the country. Ferguson Memorial DEDICATED IN HONOR OF JOSEPH T. FERGUSON AUDITOR OF STATE ON HIS 80TH. BIRTHDAY- MAY 12, 1972 AUDITOR OF STATE 18 YEARS TREASURER OF STATE 4 YEARS BY HIS FRIENDS