John Robert Challacombe (August 20, 1884 – January 6, 1935) was an American businessman and politician. Challacombe was born on a farm in Macoupin County, Illinois. He went to the Alton, Illinois public schools and to McKendree College. Challacombe lived in Hillsboro, Illinois and was involved in the grain, implement, and hardware businesses. He was also involved with the banking and steel businesses. Challacombe also owned a ranch in Oakwood, Texas. Challacombe served on the Hillsboro City Council and the Montgomery County Board. Challacombe served in the Illinois House of Representatives in 1895 and 1896 and was a Republican. Challacombe died at his home in Hillsboro, Illinois after being ill for several months. Notes External links 1845 births 1935 deaths People from Macoupin County, Illinois People from Hillsboro, Illinois People from Oakwood, Texas McKendree University alumni Businesspeople from Illinois Ranchers from Texas County board members in Illinois Illinois city council members Republican Party members of the Illinois House of Representatives