About Rufus N. Rhodes
Lived 1856 – 1910 (aged 53). Rufus N. Rhodes was an American politician, publisher and journalist.
Rufus Napoleon Rhodes (June 5, 1856– January 12, 1910) was the founder, publisher, and managing editor of the Birmingham News in Alabama from 1888 until his death.
Early life and education Rhodes was born in Mississippi. He was a lawyer by profession. He also served as a director of the Associated Press.
Rhodes was a delegate to the Democratic National Conventions of 1892 and 1904, and served as a brigadier general in the Alabama National Guard in 1898. He was the first editor to endorse Grover Cleveland as president.
Death He died in Birmingham, Alabama, and is buried in Birmingham's Elmwood Cemetery and Mausoleum.
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American politician (1856-1910)
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Rufus N. Rhodes was born on 5 June 1856.
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Rufus N. Rhodes died on 12 January 1910.
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Rufus N. Rhodes was a politician, publisher and journalist.
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