Sam Hughes neighborhood

This charming neighborhood next to the University of Arizona is full of tree-lined streets and pleasant homes dating from the 1920s to the 1950s. It's named for Samual C. Hughes (1829-1917), a Welsh born businessman who became one of the most prominent citizens of Tucson. He held several important posts over the years including city councilman, county sheriff and county treasurer. He could have been mayor, but declined.