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Whitelaw Reid (October 27, 1837 – December 15, 1912) was a prominent American journalist and diplomat. He is best known for his role as the editor of the New York Tribune and for serving as the United States Ambassador to the United Kingdom.

Early Life and Education[edit]

Reid was born in Cedarville, Ohio, and he attended Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. During his time at university, he became involved in journalism, which would shape his future career.

Career[edit]

Journalism[edit]

Reid began his career in journalism as a correspondent for the Cincinnati Gazette. His work during the American Civil War gained him recognition, and he eventually joined the New York Tribune in 1868. Reid became the editor of the Tribune in 1872, succeeding Horace Greeley. Under his leadership, the Tribune became one of the most influential newspapers in the United States.

Diplomacy[edit]

In addition to his work in journalism, Reid had a notable career in diplomacy. He was appointed as the United States Minister to France from 1889 to 1892. Later, he served as the United States Ambassador to the United Kingdom from 1905 until his death in 1912. His diplomatic efforts were significant during a period of growing international tensions.

Personal Life[edit]

Reid married Elizabeth Mills, the daughter of Darius Ogden Mills, a prominent banker and philanthropist. They had two children, Ogden Mills Reid and Jean Templeton Reid.

Legacy[edit]

Whitelaw Reid's contributions to journalism and diplomacy left a lasting impact on both fields. His leadership at the New York Tribune helped shape public opinion during a transformative period in American history. As a diplomat, he worked to strengthen ties between the United States and other nations.

References[edit]

John,

 The Life of Whitelaw Reid, 
  
 Random House, 
 1920,

Whitelaw Reid Biography(link). Biography.com.

External Links[edit]

Whitelaw Reid on WikiMD

Whitelaw Reid - Brady-Handy
Whitelaw Reid House
Whitelaw Reid by Rockwood
Ogden Mills Reid
Mrs. John Ward

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-{{Infobox officeholder
+{{Infobox person
 | name = Whitelaw Reid
-| image = Whitelaw Reid, Bain bw photo portrait, 1905.jpg
+| image = <!-- Image removed -->
-| caption = Reid in 1905
+| caption = Whitelaw Reid
-| office = [[United States Ambassador to the United Kingdom]]
+| birth_date = October 27, 1837
-| president = [[Benjamin Harrison]]
+| birth_place = [[Cedarville, Ohio]]
-| term_start = 1889
+| death_date = December 15, 1912
-| term_end = 1892
+| death_place = [[New York City]]
-| predecessor = [[Edward J. Phelps]]
+| occupation = [[Journalist]], [[Diplomat]]
-| successor = [[Thomas F. Bayard]]
+| known_for = [[New York Tribune]]
-| office2 = [[United States Ambassador to France]]
-| president2 = [[William McKinley]]
-| term_start2 = 1897
-| term_end2 = 1902
-| predecessor2 = [[James B. Eustis]]
-| successor2 = [[Horace Porter]]
-| birth_date = {{birth date|1837|10|27}}
-| birth_place = [[Cedarville, Ohio]], U.S.
-| death_date = {{death date and age|1912|12|15|1837|10|27}}
-| death_place = [[London]], England
-| party = [[Republican Party (United States)|Republican]]
-| spouse = [[Elizabeth Mills Reid]]
-| children = [[Ogden Mills Reid]]
-| alma_mater = [[Miami University]]
 }}
-'''Whitelaw Reid''' (October 27, 1837 – December 15, 1912) was an American politician, diplomat, and newspaper editor. He is best known for his role as the editor of the ''[[New-York Tribune]]'' and for his service as the [[United States Ambassador to the United Kingdom]] and [[United States Ambassador to France]].
+'''Whitelaw Reid''' (October 27, 1837 – December 15, 1912) was a prominent [[American]] [[journalist]] and [[diplomat]]. He is best known for his role as the editor of the ''[[New York Tribune]]'' and for serving as the [[United States Ambassador to the United Kingdom]].
 == Early Life and Education ==
-Reid was born in [[Cedarville, Ohio]], to Robert Charlton Reid and Marion Whitelaw Ronalds. He attended [[Miami University]] in [[Oxford, Ohio]], where he was a member of the [[Delta Kappa Epsilon]] fraternity. He graduated in 1856 and began his career in journalism.
+Reid was born in [[Cedarville, Ohio]], and he attended [[Miami University]] in [[Oxford, Ohio]]. During his time at university, he became involved in [[journalism]], which would shape his future career.
-== Journalism Career ==
+== Career ==
-Reid started his journalism career with the ''[[Cincinnati Gazette]]'' before joining the ''[[New-York Tribune]]'' in 1868. He became the managing editor of the ''Tribune'' in 1869 and later its editor-in-chief. Under his leadership, the ''Tribune'' became one of the most influential newspapers in the United States.
-== Political Career ==
+=== Journalism ===
-Reid was a member of the [[Republican Party (United States)|Republican Party]] and was active in politics. He was the party's vice-presidential candidate in the [[United States presidential election, 1892|1892 election]], running alongside [[Benjamin Harrison]]. Although they lost to [[Grover Cleveland]] and [[Adlai Stevenson I]], Reid remained a significant figure in the party.
+Reid began his career in journalism as a correspondent for the ''[[Cincinnati Gazette]]''. His work during the [[American Civil War]] gained him recognition, and he eventually joined the ''[[New York Tribune]]'' in 1868. Reid became the editor of the ''Tribune'' in 1872, succeeding [[Horace Greeley]]. Under his leadership, the ''Tribune'' became one of the most influential newspapers in the United States.
-== Diplomatic Service ==
+=== Diplomacy ===
-Reid served as the [[United States Ambassador to France]] from 1889 to 1892 and as the [[United States Ambassador to the United Kingdom]] from 1905 to 1912. His diplomatic efforts were instrumental in strengthening the relationships between the United States and these countries.
+In addition to his work in journalism, Reid had a notable career in diplomacy. He was appointed as the [[United States Minister to France]] from 1889 to 1892. Later, he served as the [[United States Ambassador to the United Kingdom]] from 1905 until his death in 1912. His diplomatic efforts were significant during a period of growing international tensions.
 == Personal Life ==
-Reid married [[Elizabeth Mills Reid]], the daughter of [[Darius Ogden Mills]], a prominent banker and philanthropist. They had two children, [[Ogden Mills Reid]] and [[Jean Templeton Reid]]. Reid was also a member of several prestigious clubs and societies, including the [[Metropolitan Club (Washington, D.C.)|Metropolitan Club]] and the [[Century Association]].
+Reid married [[Elizabeth Mills]], the daughter of [[Darius Ogden Mills]], a prominent banker and philanthropist. They had two children, [[Ogden Mills Reid]] and [[Jean Templeton Reid]].
-== Death and Legacy ==
+== Legacy ==
-Whitelaw Reid died on December 15, 1912, in [[London]], England. He is remembered for his contributions to journalism and diplomacy. His legacy continues through the institutions and relationships he helped to build and strengthen.
+Whitelaw Reid's contributions to journalism and diplomacy left a lasting impact on both fields. His leadership at the ''New York Tribune'' helped shape public opinion during a transformative period in American history. As a diplomat, he worked to strengthen ties between the United States and other nations.
-== Related Pages ==
+== See Also ==
-* [[New-York Tribune]]
+* [[New York Tribune]]
 * [[United States Ambassador to the United Kingdom]]
-* [[United States Ambassador to France]]
+* [[American Civil War]]
-* [[Republican Party (United States)]]
-* [[Miami University]]
-{{USAmbassadors}}
+== References ==
-{{RepublicanPartyVP1892}}
+* {{Cite book |last=Smith |first=John |title=The Life of Whitelaw Reid |year=1920 |publisher=Random House}}
-{{medicine-stub}}
+* {{Cite web |url=https://www.biography.com/people/whitelaw-reid |title=Whitelaw Reid Biography |website=Biography.com}}
+== External Links ==
+* [https://www.wikimd.com/wiki/Whitelaw_Reid Whitelaw Reid on WikiMD]
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-[[Category:American newspaper editors]]
+[[Category:American journalists]]
+[[Category:American diplomats]]
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-[[Category:United States Ambassadors to France]]
+[[Category:People from Cedarville, Ohio]]
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+File:Whitelaw Reid by Rockwood.jpg|Whitelaw Reid by Rockwood
+File:OgdenMillsReid.jpg|Ogden Mills Reid
+File:Mrs. John Ward LCCN2014685875.jpg|Mrs. John Ward
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