EPISODE · Aug 22, 2022 · 10 MIN
Ann Smith Franklin becomes the first female newspaper editor in the United States - August 22nd, 1762
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On this day in 1762, Ann Smith Franklin became the sole editor and publisher of the Newport Mercury newspaper. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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On this day in 1762, Ann Smith Franklin became the sole editor and publisher of the Newport Mercury newspaper.
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