Olen E. Chenoweth, M.D.
Olen E. Chenoweth M.D., one of the younger physicians and surgeons of Lima, who in a short period of practice has gained the confidence of the public and the esteem of his professional associates, was born at London, Ohio, December 4, 1879, and is a son of James S. and Anna (Rowlen) Chenoweth.
The Chenoweth family is one of prominence in Madison County and Dr. Chenoweth's father was an influential man there, serving acceptably at one time as county treasurer. He reared a family of four children.
Dr. Chenoweth completed the common school course at London, Ohio, and then entered Ohio Wesleyan University, where he was graduated most creditably in 1900, receiving the degree of M. A. His medical education was secured n Starling Medical College at Columbus. He is a valued member of the leading medical societies including the Allen County and Ohio State medical societies and the American Medical Assoiation. He is a close student and is equipped with a thorough professional training. Personally Dr. Chenoweth is popular and his field of practice is rapidly extending. His offices are located in the Cincinnati Block.
Politically Dr. Chenoweth is identified with the Republican party.
From History of Allen County, Ohio and Representative Citizens, Part 1, Edited & Compiled by Charles C. Miller, Ph. D.; Richmond & Arnold, Publishers, Chicago, 1906