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The Herald

newspaper, New York City, New York, United States
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The New York Herald was an American daily newspaper published in New York City from 1835 to 1924. It was a pioneer of the penny-press movement and developed many aspects of modern American journalism, including nonpartisan political reporting and business coverage.1

Founded by James Gordon Bennett, the Herald was known for its aggressive news-gathering methods. Bennett pioneered the interview as a reporting technique, hired foreign correspondents, and emphasized coverage of arts and cultural events. He also utilized the telegraph and carrier pigeons to speed up information delivery. The newspaper covered a wide range of subjects, including finance, sports, foreign events, and society affairs, often with a sensational, high-spirited, and sometimes critical tone. The Herald was politically nonpartisan, endorsing candidates from different parties.12

In 1924, the Herald merged with the New York Tribune to become the New York Herald-Tribune.1

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