# Dr. Otto Hickenlooper — Elmer Gantry character guide

> Dr. Otto Hickenlooper in Elmer Gantry by Sinclair Lewis.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Dr. Hickenlooper

**First appearance:** 0057-chapter-x

## Who they are

A prominent minister in Zenith.

## In the story

### [Chapter XXIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/elmer_gantry_se/chapters/chapter-xxiii)

Dr. Hickenlooper runs a large institutional church with social service programs, radical forums, and classes in various subjects, rivaling Elmer's ambitions.

### [VII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/elmer_gantry_se/chapters/vii)

Pastor of Central Church, known for institutional programs and social service; Elmer sees him as a rival to be surpassed.

### [Chapter III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/elmer_gantry_se/chapters/iii)

Methodist clergyman invited to the committee; known for rivalry over Sunday School size.

### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/elmer_gantry_se/chapters/i)

Dr. Otto Hickenlooper of Central Methodist is mentioned as a rival who institutes many clubs, contrasting with Elmer's approach.

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