Brown, Hilton U. (Hilton Ultimus), 1859-1958

A native and life-long resident of Indianapolis, Ind., Hilton U. Brown Sr. graduated from Butler University in 1882. He went to work for the INDIANAPOLIS NEWS in 1881, and worked there as a reporter, editor, general manager, and vice president. During World War I he was a European war correspondent. Brown's sons Paul V., Arch A., and Hilton U. Jr. served in the war; Hilton Jr. died in service. Brown maintained his connection with Butler, serving first as a member and then as president of the board of directors from 1903 to 1955. He was a civic and educational leader and a club man.

From the description of Papers, 1890-1958. (Butler University Libraries). WorldCat record id: 24061274

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