Roy Clippinger (January 13, 1886 – December 24, 1962) was a U.S. Representative from Illinois. Born in Fairfield, Illinois, Clippinger attended the public schools.Learned the printer's trade and engaged in the newspaper business.He was publisher and editor 1909–1961.Founder and president of the , New York City.He served as president of the Carmi, Illinois, Hospital Association 1945–1948.Manager of the White County, Illinois, Bridge Commission 1941–1961.He engaged in the furniture business 1947–1950.