William Southam
Canadian publisher and media pioneer
Born
August 23rd, 1843
182 years ago
Died
1932
93 years ago — 89 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Canada
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Born in 1843, a Canadian publisher made significant contributions to the media landscape of Canada. Established Southam News, which grew to become one of the largest newspaper and media organizations in the country. The company published various influential newspapers across Canada, including the Ottawa Citizen and the Calgary Herald. Under this leadership, Southam News expanded into radio and television broadcasting, further shaping Canadian media. Throughout the professional endeavors, a commitment to journalistic integrity remained paramount, helping to solidify the importance of media in Canadian society.
Founded Southam News
Expanded into television broadcasting
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