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James Gordon Bennett, Sr.
1835May, 6

James Gordon Bennett, Sr. publishes the first issue of the New York Herald.

James Gordon Bennett Sr. (September 1, 1795 – June 1, 1872) was the founder, editor and publisher of the New York Herald and a major figure in the history of American newspapers.

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