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William Randolph Hearst  

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  • William Randolph Hearst (1863–1951) is best known as a publishing magnate in the early 20th century, having owned magazines and newspapers throughout the United States. Hearst was a political force in New York City, running for office at various levels and assisting Democratic candidates in his role as editor of the New York Journal. [Source: Encyclopedia of American Urban History; Hearst, William Randolph]

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