Albert and his brothers, Niles, Paul and Frank, were men of vision who perceived the enormous potential of providing neighboring farmers and industry with swift, efficient and economical transportation. In 1917, the brothers launched their enterprise at the family farm, Brotherhood Farms in Easton, NY, first using a team of Belgian horses for power and later acquiring a stake body truck to haul milk in cans from farm to market.
In 1932, the brothers formed Dairy Express and entered the long haul field, transporting bulk milk in cork insulated stainless steel tankers. They were first to use this innovation, working closely with Mack Motor Truck Corp. and the Heil Equipment Company. As business opportunities presented themselves, the operation expanded to include still other bulk commodities including petroleum products, cement, propane and chemicals, in addition to highly specialized transportation services. The company twice delivered the nation's Christmas tree during the Johnson and Nixon administrations to the nation's capitol. As the operations grew, the brothers established Fort Edward Express Company, Inc., Northern Motor Carriers, Inc., Fort Edward Supply and Truck Service, Inc., 4-H Leasing Company, Inc., Diversified Trailer Group, Inc., and 4-Star Bulk Transport, Inc. Albert Hillman was honored as a "Trucking Industry Pioneer" by the American Trucking Association.
Albert married Martha A. Hoag, also of Easton, NY. They had three daughters, Elizabeth "Betsey", Lucille and Elaine. They lived for many years in Glens Falls, NY. Albert is fondly remembered for his beautiful home gardens, and hosting great family picnics.
In 1932, the brothers formed Dairy Express and entered the long haul field, transporting bulk milk in cork insulated stainless steel tankers. They were first to use this innovation, working closely with Mack Motor Truck Corp. and the Heil Equipment Company. As business opportunities presented themselves, the operation expanded to include still other bulk commodities including petroleum products, cement, propane and chemicals, in addition to highly specialized transportation services. The company twice delivered the nation's Christmas tree during the Johnson and Nixon administrations to the nation's capitol. As the operations grew, the brothers established Fort Edward Express Company, Inc., Northern Motor Carriers, Inc., Fort Edward Supply and Truck Service, Inc., 4-H Leasing Company, Inc., Diversified Trailer Group, Inc., and 4-Star Bulk Transport, Inc. Albert Hillman was honored as a "Trucking Industry Pioneer" by the American Trucking Association.
Albert married Martha A. Hoag, also of Easton, NY. They had three daughters, Elizabeth "Betsey", Lucille and Elaine. They lived for many years in Glens Falls, NY. Albert is fondly remembered for his beautiful home gardens, and hosting great family picnics.
Albert and his brothers, Niles, Paul and Frank, were men of vision who perceived the enormous potential of providing neighboring farmers and industry with swift, efficient and economical transportation. In 1917, the brothers launched their enterprise at the family farm, Brotherhood Farms in Easton, NY, first using a team of Belgian horses for power and later acquiring a stake body truck to haul milk in cans from farm to market.
In 1932, the brothers formed Dairy Express and entered the long haul field, transporting bulk milk in cork insulated stainless steel tankers. They were first to use this innovation, working closely with Mack Motor Truck Corp. and the Heil Equipment Company. As business opportunities presented themselves, the operation expanded to include still other bulk commodities including petroleum products, cement, propane and chemicals, in addition to highly specialized transportation services. The company twice delivered the nation's Christmas tree during the Johnson and Nixon administrations to the nation's capitol. As the operations grew, the brothers established Fort Edward Express Company, Inc., Northern Motor Carriers, Inc., Fort Edward Supply and Truck Service, Inc., 4-H Leasing Company, Inc., Diversified Trailer Group, Inc., and 4-Star Bulk Transport, Inc. Albert Hillman was honored as a "Trucking Industry Pioneer" by the American Trucking Association.
Albert married Martha A. Hoag, also of Easton, NY. They had three daughters, Elizabeth "Betsey", Lucille and Elaine. They lived for many years in Glens Falls, NY. Albert is fondly remembered for his beautiful home gardens, and hosting great family picnics.
In 1932, the brothers formed Dairy Express and entered the long haul field, transporting bulk milk in cork insulated stainless steel tankers. They were first to use this innovation, working closely with Mack Motor Truck Corp. and the Heil Equipment Company. As business opportunities presented themselves, the operation expanded to include still other bulk commodities including petroleum products, cement, propane and chemicals, in addition to highly specialized transportation services. The company twice delivered the nation's Christmas tree during the Johnson and Nixon administrations to the nation's capitol. As the operations grew, the brothers established Fort Edward Express Company, Inc., Northern Motor Carriers, Inc., Fort Edward Supply and Truck Service, Inc., 4-H Leasing Company, Inc., Diversified Trailer Group, Inc., and 4-Star Bulk Transport, Inc. Albert Hillman was honored as a "Trucking Industry Pioneer" by the American Trucking Association.
Albert married Martha A. Hoag, also of Easton, NY. They had three daughters, Elizabeth "Betsey", Lucille and Elaine. They lived for many years in Glens Falls, NY. Albert is fondly remembered for his beautiful home gardens, and hosting great family picnics.
