J. Elroy McCaw
J. Elroy McCaw | |
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McCaw in 1956 | |
| Born | John Elroy McCaw September 15, 1911 Colfax, Washington, U.S. |
| Died | August 17, 1969 (aged 57) The Highlands, Seattle, Washington, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Businessman, broadcaster |
| Spouse |
Marion Mary Oliver (m. 1941) |
| Children | 4, including Craig and John Jr. |
John Elroy McCaw (September 15, 1911 – August 17, 1969) was an American businessman whose most visible holdings were in the broadcasting industry. McCaw owned several major-market radio and television stations in the United States, with his holdings primarily being concentrated in Washington state. He is also perhaps best known as the owner of WINS in New York City, which during his stewardship became the first radio station in the region to adopt a Top 40/rock and roll format in 1957.