Background
Hughes, Albert William was born on January 21, 1891 in Skaneateles, New York, United States. Son of Charles John and Lillian (Foote) Hughes.
Hughes, Albert William was born on January 21, 1891 in Skaneateles, New York, United States. Son of Charles John and Lillian (Foote) Hughes.
Bachelor of Arts, Colgate University, 1911, Doctor of Laws, 1951.
Teacher, 1911-1919; with J.C. Penney Company, department store chain, Wilmington, Delaware, since 1920, as salesman and store manager, 1920-1925, personnel department, 1925-1929, assistant to president, 1929-1937, vice-president and director, 1937-1946, president, 1946-1958, Chairman of the Board, 1958-1964, director, to 1979.
Member Phi Beta Kappa, Delta Upsilon. Clubs: Wykagyl Country.
Married Gertrude Whitaker, July 6, 1920. Children: John, George, Sam.