William Allen White
(1868-1944)
- Born in Emporia
- Bought the Emporia Gazette newspaper in 1895
- Hosted U.S. presidents at his home
- Known as the “Sage of Emporia”
- Wrote influential editorials and several books; received two Pulitzer Prizes
- William Allen White Book Award named for him
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