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July 21, 1909
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February 5, 1991
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James L. Knight (1909-1991) was an American journalist and entrepreneur, born in Akron, Ohio. He attended Ohio State University for his education. Throughout his career, Knight primarily focused on journalism as his occupation. He held citizenship in the United States and passed away in Santa Monica, California.
Knight is known for founding two notable organizations: Knight Ridder and Knight Foundation. Knight Ridder was a media company, while the Knight Foundation is a non-profit organization that supports journalism, media innovation, and community engagement. These two entities reflect both James L. Knight's entrepreneurial spirit and his dedication to the field of journalism.
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