Background
Mcnally, William James was born on June 8, 1891 in New Richmond, Wisconsin, United States. Son of William Francis and Stella Theresa (Murphy) Mcnally.
Mcnally, William James was born on June 8, 1891 in New Richmond, Wisconsin, United States. Son of William Francis and Stella Theresa (Murphy) Mcnally.
Bachelor of Arts, Univercity Minnesota, 1911. Master of Arts, Harvard, 1913.
Successively overseas correspondent, dramatic editor, chief editorial writer, vice president, general manager Minneapolis Tribune 1914-1941. Vice president Star Journal Tribune Company, 1941-1944. President Minnesota Tribune Company.
Chairman of the Board Midwest Radio-television, Incorporated., (Washburn Crosby Company Radio and television, Minneapolis, Saint Paul), Midcontinent Radio-Television, Incorporated.
Vice president Doughboy Industries, Incorporated. Director Wood Newspaper Machinery Corporation, New York City.
Served as First lieutenant infantry United States Army, 1917-1918. Clubs: Minnesota, Minneapolis.
Married Lois Aldrich, 1941. Children: William Miles, Pierce Aldrich.