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William Randolph Hearst
1863-1951
One of the most influential, fascinating American men of the 20th century
Hearst was a journalist and publisher, art collector and builder, civic leader and politician, pioneer motion picture producer and one of California's most famous native sons.
His travels as a young man stimulated an interest in art, architecture and collecting.
This, along with his passion for journalism and photography, was the foundation for William Randolph Hearst's many contributions to American society.
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the Mission of the Society
The mission of the William Randolph Hearst Historical Society and Librarysm is to promote a greater understanding of and appreciation for William Randolph Hearst, his life and times, interests and endeavors.
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the Library
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The Library is a research and resource center consisting of research materials, books, photographs, newspapers and magazines, postcards, music sheets and other memorabilia dating from 1860.
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There are approximately five thousand volumes in the book collection.
The main focus is on art, architecture, anthropology, geography and history, the American motion picture industry, and publications about William Randolph Hearst and his estate at San Simeon, California.
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