Now, here’s a photo that reminds us how much Delta (and our planes) have grown over the years!
Mary Frances Carroll, a Chicago public accountant, was Delta’s one-millionth passenger when she boarded a Douglas DC-4 for a vacation in Miami on May 15, 1946.
Shown here, during a stop in Atlanta, she is greeted by Delta Vice President of Traffic Laigh C. Parker, who presented an orchid corsage. Delta Vice President-Operations, George Cushing, made her a honorary stewardess with an official cap and “wings” pin. Atlanta Mayor Pro Tempore, Cecil Hester, presented four pair of nylon stockings–a highly-sought item at the time due to wartime shortages! Finally, Delta Food Supervisor Ed Greer (in chef’s hat and coat) gave the cake as a gift from Delta employees.
Today, Delta serves more than 160 million customers each year.
Marie Force
Archives Manager