Albert A. Marks Jr.
Albert A. Marks Jr. was an American businessperson who was the head of Miss America Pageant.[1][2]
Albert A. Marks Jr. | |
|---|---|
| Born | Philadelphia, U.S. |
| Alma mater | Williams College University of Pennsylvania |
| Occupation | Businessperson |
| Known for | Miss America Pageant |
Biography
Marks was born in Philadelphia, U.S.[1] He studied at Williams College and the University of Pennsylvania.[1]
Marks also served in the U.S. Air Force and retired as lieutenant colonel. He also served as a president of the Chamber of Commerce of Atlantic City.[1]
In 1952, he joined the Miss America Pageant and served as its chairperson and executive producer for about twenty-five years.[1][3] He was known as "Mr. Miss America".[4]
References
- Flint, Peter B. (September 25, 1989). "Albert A. Marks Jr. Is Dead at 76; Ex-Chief of Miss America Pageant". The New York Times – via NYTimes.com.
- "The grandfather of the Miss America pageant dies". UPI.
- "MISS AMERICA--THE INSIDE STORY". Chicago Tribune.
- "Albert A. Marks Jr., 76; He Was 'Mr. Miss America'". Los Angeles Times. September 25, 1989.
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