Hugh Frayne
(1869-1934) American labor leader
About Hugh Frayne
Lived 1869 – 1934 (aged 65). Hugh Frayne was an American.
Hugh Frayne (November 8, 1869 – July 12, 1934) was an American labor leader. He worked for the American Federation of Labor in Pennsylvania and New York City. He was chairman of the labor division of the War Industries Board during World War I. He received the Distinguished Service Medal in 1922 for his service to the board.
Early life Hugh Frayne was born on November 8, 1869, in Scranton, Pennsylvania, to Grace (née Deacon) and Michael Frayne. At the age of eight, he worked as a breaker boy in North Scranton. He traveled with Primrose and West as a minstrel.
Career Frayne worked in the business of sheet metal for Ambrose Mulley and W. C. Cowles of Providence. He then worked for the Howley Brothers. He was friends with Samuel Gompers and William Green.
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Who was Hugh Frayne?
(1869-1934) American labor leader
When was Hugh Frayne born?
Hugh Frayne was born on 8 January 1869 in Scranton.
When did Hugh Frayne die?
Hugh Frayne died on 13 July 1934 in Manhattan.
What nationality was Hugh Frayne?
Hugh Frayne was American.
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