I have a long and storied career in the newspaper and publishing industry behind me. Testimonials are available by request.
In 1868, I began my career in journalism as a reporter for the Westliche Post, a German-language newspaper in St. Louis. Over time, I worked my way up and eventually purchased the St. Louis Dispatch in 1878, merging it with another paper to form the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, which became renowned for its investigative reporting and crusades against corruption.
In 1883, I purchased the New York World, where I continued my commitment to investigative journalism, championing causes such as exposing political corruption and advocating for the working class. My paper’s sensationalist style and investigative prowess helped shape the era of "yellow journalism."
Work Experience
1885 – 1886
U.S. House of Representatives
New York’s 9th district
I led the crusade to place the newly gifted Statue of Liberty in New York City, and served as a member of the Committee on Commerce.
1883 – 1911
New York World
Publisher and owner
I doubled the circulation of the New York World within three months of acquiring the paper.
1878 – 1911
St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Publisher and owner
During my short time in Jefferson City, I voted for the adoption of the Fifteenth Amendment and led a crusade to reform the corrupt count court.
Work Experience
1885 – 1886
U.S. House of Representatives
New York’s 9th district
I led the crusade to place the newly gifted Statue of Liberty in New York City, and served as a member of the Committee on Commerce.
1883 – 1911
New York World
Publisher and owner
I doubled the circulation of the New York World within three months of acquiring the paper.
1878 – 1911
St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Publisher and owner
During my short time in Jefferson City, I voted for the adoption of the Fifteenth Amendment and led a crusade to reform the corrupt count court.