Frank Gannett

1876–1957 (age 81)

Publisher

Biography

Frank Gannett transformed American journalism through a network of local newspapers that emphasized fairness, accuracy, and the civic responsibilities of the press.

He believed deeply in a well-informed public and supported the communities his papers served, encouraging thoughtful discourse and the steady improvement of daily life.

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