C. P. J. Mooney Explained

Charles Patrick Joseph Mooney (1865 – November 22, 1926) was an American newspaper publisher, becoming"one of the widest known newspapermen of the south".[1]

Born at Bardstown Junction, Kentucky[2] Mooney was "tireless, combative and a devoutly Catholic teetotaler".[3] He was the managing editor of The Commercial Appeal in Memphis, Tennessee, from 1896 to 1902, and again from 1908 until his death in 1926.[4] Mooney was also known for his temper, with one report stating:

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Southern Editor Dies. Madera Tribune. November 22, 1926.
  2. C. P. J. Mooney of the Memphis "Commercial Appeal," Crusader for Diversification. Silver, James W.. 1943. Agricultural History. 17. 2. 81–89. 3739317.
  3. Web site: The CA at 175: Reporting our own story. www.commercialappeal.com. Tom. Charlier. November 18, 2022.
  4. Web site: C.P.J. Mooney. memphislibrary.contentdm.oclc.org.

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