Carter, Amon Giles, 1879-1955

Amon G. Carter was born on December 11, 1879, in Crafton, Texas. Ceasing to attend school at a young age, Carter focused the rest of his life on his career, beginning with his job as the advertising manager of the Fort Worth Star in 1905. His journalistic endeavors included a long tenure as the owner, publisher, and president of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. Other ventures included establishing WBAP, Fort Worth's first radio station, and serving as chairman of the first board of directors of Texas Technological College, as president of the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, and as director and part owner of American Airways, which later became American Airlines, Inc. A philanthropist, Carter established the Amon G. Carter Foundation. He died on June 23, 1955, in Fort Worth.

From the description of Amon G. Carter papers, 1806-1997 (bulk 1935-1955). (University of Chicago Library). WorldCat record id: 234315909

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