About James W. Scott
Lived 1849 – 1895 (aged 45–46). James W. Scott was an American newspaper editor, known for Chicago Evening Post and Chicago Times.
James W. Scott (1849–1895) was an American newspaper editor who was the publisher and principal owner of the Chicago Times-Herald and Chicago Evening Post. He served four terms as President of the American Newspaper Publishers Association and was on the executive committee for the World's Columbian Exposition, of which he was an early promoter. He died suddenly while vacationing at the Holland House in New York City in April 1895.
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Who was James W. Scott?
American newspaper editor
When was James W. Scott born?
James W. Scott was born in 1849 in Walworth County, Wisconsin, Wisconsin.
When did James W. Scott die?
James W. Scott died on 14 April 1895 in New York (state), New York City.
What was James W. Scott's occupation?
James W. Scott was a newspaper editor.
What was James W. Scott known for?
James W. Scott was known for Chicago Evening Post and Chicago Times.
What nationality was James W. Scott?
James W. Scott was American.
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