Clarence W. Barron

Biography

Clarence W. Barron (1855–1928) transformed American business journalism through his devotion to factual reporting and thoughtful stewardship of Dow Jones & Company. As publisher of the Wall Street Journal, he elevated the standards of financial news and guided investors with a steady hand, believing that an informed public sustains a healthy market.

He also supported cultural and civic institutions in Boston, ensuring that the publications he cared for remained anchored in public trust. The peaceful grounds of Forest Hills Cemetery hold those who admired his leadership and dedication to truth in business discourse.