Mining magnate, owner of the San Francisco Daily Examiner, and founder of the Hearst fortune; he expanded sensationalistic journalism. TLS signed “W. R. Hearst,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Office of William Randolph Hearst letterhead, May 4, 1942. Brief letter of thanks for a previous message. In full: “Very many thanks for your kind message and the warm sentiments it expressed. I deeply appreciate your thoughtfulness in remembering my birthday.” In fine condition, with a few light creases and wrinkles. RRAuction COA.
