William Plocker
William Plocker (May 28, 1811 – December 21, 1878) was an American businessman, farmer, and politician.
Born in London, England, Plocker emigranted to Boston, Massachusetts in 1827 and settled in Orleans County, New York in 1829. He was a farmer, clerk, and teacher. He was deputy collector of canal tolls of the Erie Canal in Brockport, New York. He was also cashier, bookkeeper, and master of a streamer. In 1847, Plocker moved to Metomen, Wisconsin Territory. He served as town clerk and chairman, and also served on the Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin Board of Supervisors and was chairman of the county board. In 1875, Plocker served in the Wisconsin State Assembly and was a Republican. He died in Boston, Massachusetts.[1][2]
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