About J. C. Hemphill
Lived 1850 – 1927 (aged 76–77). J. C. Hemphill was an American journalist.
James Calvin Hemphill ( – November 20, 1927) was a journalist and editor in the United States. During his career he edited various South Carolina newspapers, including the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Early life He was born in Due West, South Carolina. His father was John L. Hemphill, a Presbyterian minister and professor at Erskine College.
Career In 1880, after spending time in Abbeville, South Carolina, Hemphill moved to Charlotte, North Carolina, and became a journalist at The News and Courier. In 1888, he became editor of the newspaper. He worked at the newspaper for 30 years. His funeral was held at First Presbyterian Church the following day in Charlotte. His body was transported by train to Charleston, South Carolina, the following day where it was buried at Magnolia Cemetery.
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American journalist
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J. C. Hemphill was born in 1850 in Due West.
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J. C. Hemphill died in 1927.
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J. C. Hemphill was a journalist.
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J. C. Hemphill was American.
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