William Randolph Hearst
By: Sean Calley
Importance
William Randolph Hearst is best known for publishing the largest chain of American newspapers in the late 19th century, and particularly for sensational "yellow journalism".
Competition
Former idol, now competition is Joseph Pulitzer.
Priced his paper at 1 cent each and Pulitzer matched that price to stay competitive.
Life
Born- April 29th, 1863
Died- August 14th, 1951
Reputation
He visited Adolf Hitler in 1934 interviewing him, helping him legitimize Hitlerʻs leadership in Germany.