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John W. Owens

1884 – 1968

American journalist

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About John W. Owens

Lived 1884 – 1968 (aged 83). John W. Owens was an American journalist.

John Whitefield Owens (November 2, 1884 – April 24, 1968) was the 1937 Pulitzer Prize winner for editorial writing for his editorials in the Baltimore Sun.

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Awards
Pulitzer Prize for Editorial Writing
Also known as
John Whitefield Owens, John Owens

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John W. Owens?

American journalist (1884-1968)

When was John W. Owens born?

John W. Owens was born on 2 November 1884.

When did John W. Owens die?

John W. Owens died on 24 April 1968.

What was John W. Owens's occupation?

John W. Owens was a journalist.

What nationality was John W. Owens?

John W. Owens was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John W. Owens

· Wikidata: Q6262461

· DBpedia: John W. Owens

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