Great American Business Leaders of the 20th Century
George A. Hughes
Hughes Electric Heating Company
1908–1940
1908–1940
Hughes Electric Heating Company
1908–1940
1908–1940
- Industry: Fabricated Goods
- Era: 1900
Hughes developed the electric range, the first in-home stove to use electricity. Hughes was among the first to tap into the true potential of electricity, which he promoted by traveling across the United States and offering demonstrations.
Personal
- Born-Died: 1871–1944
- Birthplace: Iowa
- Race: White
- Gender: Male
- Father: Professional
Education / Military
- Undergraduate: University of Minnesota