Pulitzer's Life
Joseph Pulitzer, born on April 10, 1847 in Mako, Hungary, came to America at the age of 17 to seek job opportunities for supporting his family by providing them money. He was first recruited to the Union Army during the Civil War. Afterwards, he moved to St. Louis, due to his knowledge of the German language, to explore more rewarding options. Pulitzer's first official delve into the world of journalism began with the German newspaper, Westliche Post. He formed connections with the lead editor, Carl Schurz, and other press specialists including cartoonists, reporters, and members of literary societies.
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Thomas Davidson
Associate with noblest people you can find; read the best books; live with the mighty.
~ Thomas Davidson
Thomas Davidson was a St. Louis Philosophical Society member. After being enticed by one of Davidson's lectures, Pulitzer initiated a relationship between them. Thomas Davidson acted as one of the first people who influenced Joseph Pulitzer to become a journalist.
Joseph Keppler
Joseph Ferdinand Keppler was an Austrian cartoonist who increased the popularity of satirical cartoons. He influenced Pulitzer's decision on adding the first comic strip to a newspaper. Keppler additionally affected the "Yellow Kid" comic, which was heavily involved in yellow journalism.
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