About Edwin Cowles
Lived 1825 – 1890 (aged 64–65). Edwin Cowles was an American journalist and publisher, known for The Plain Dealer.
Edwin Cowles (1825–1890) was the publisher of The Cleveland Leader. During the President Abraham Lincoln administration and Civil War, he was appointed as US postmaster of Cleveland, serving April 4, 1861 - July 11, 1865. He later served as Vice-President of the 1884 Republican National Convention. He was the elder brother of Alfred Cowles, Sr., also a newspaper publisher.
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Who was Edwin Cowles?
American newspaper publisher
When was Edwin Cowles born?
Edwin Cowles was born in 1825 in Austinburg Township.
When did Edwin Cowles die?
Edwin Cowles died in 1890.
What was Edwin Cowles's occupation?
Edwin Cowles was a journalist and publisher.
What was Edwin Cowles known for?
Edwin Cowles was known for The Plain Dealer.
What nationality was Edwin Cowles?
Edwin Cowles was American.
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