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Capt. Hugh L. Willoughby
Pioneer Balloonist and aviator
Dies at Stuart Fla on April 4-1939 age 82
First plane in 1909
He was building his second plane in year 1910
Was from Newport R.I.
Born 1865
Notable Balloonist both in U.S and Europe around 1900
Made many Early Photos of large Cities from Balloons.
Made some successful flights in his plane at Atlantic City N.J.
Acted as official timer for many official flight records.
Was a founder member of the Aero Club of America
Was building 2 new machines at his aerodrome at Atlantic City N.J. in July 1910 was flying there in Most 1910