James Russell Wiggins
American newspaper editor and diplomat
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About James Russell Wiggins
James Russell Wiggins, an American writer, newspaper editor, and statesman, contributed to the Washington Post's transformation from a marginal publication to one with a significant voice in state affairs. From 1968 to 1969, the media man served as the United States’ chief diplomat to the United Nations (UN)
Background
After he completed high school in Luverne, Minnesota, in 1922, he started his newspaper career. He began his career with the Rock County Star, his hometown newspaper which he bought at the age of 22. After selling the newspaper in 1930, he was hired at the St. Paul Pioneer Press and Dispatch. In 1946, he began working at the New York Times as the publisher's assistant. In 1955 the newspaper promoted him to executive editor. During World War II, he worked in the Army Air Corps Intelligence Division.
He was editor from 1960 - 1968, in charge of the editorial and news sections. For the last few months of President Lyndon Johnson's presidency, he accepted a position in 1968 as ambassador to the UN.
He purchased the Ellsworth American in 1966, two years before taking over as editor and publisher of the weekly. He worked there after selling the newspaper until health issues forced him to retire.
Trivia
He tied the knot with Mabel Preston. The marriage lasted for more than 6 decades, until his death in 1990.
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F.A.Q. about James Russell Wiggins
When is his birthday?
James Russell Wiggins' birthday is on December 4, 1903.
In how many days is his birthday?
James' birthday is in 224 days
How old was James when he died?
He was 96 years old.
When did he die?
He died in November 19, 2000.
How old would he be today?
James Russell Wiggins would be 120 years old if he was alive today.
Where was James from?
He was born in Luverne, Minnesota, U.S..