Knowra New York World New York World The New York World was an American newspaper published in New York City from 1860 to 1931. Under Joseph Pulitzer, it became known for sensational reporting, investigative journalism, and innovations in newspaper presentation.
Joseph Pulitzer : A Hungarian-born American newspaper publisher who owned the New York World and helped define modern journalism. His ownership from 1883 transformed the paper into a mass-circulation force.
Yellow journalism : A style of sensational newspaper reporting that emphasizes dramatic presentation and aggressive competition for readers. The World became a leading example of this style during its rivalry with Hearst’s Journal.
Ten Days in a Mad-House : Nellie Bly’s 1887 newspaper exposé based on her undercover admission to the Women’s Lunatic Asylum on Blackwell’s Island. The World published Bly’s account, which prompted scrutiny of asylum conditions.
Pulitzer Prize : A set of awards for journalism, literature, music, and other achievements, established by Joseph Pulitzer’s bequest. Pulitzer’s will funded the awards and a journalism school after his newspaper career.
William Randolph Hearst : An American publisher whose newspaper empire competed with Joseph Pulitzer’s papers. His New York Journal became the World’s fiercest rival in the 1890s.
Newspaper circulation : The number of copies of a newspaper distributed during a specified period. Circulation contests shaped the World’s headlines, promotions, and mass-market appeal.
The Yellow Kid : A comic character created by Richard F. Outcault, first published in the New York World in 1895. The character became a celebrated feature and a symbol of the World–Journal circulation battle.
Newspaper consolidation : The reduction of independently owned newspapers through mergers, closures, or acquisition by larger publishers. The World closed in 1931 after its owner, Scripps-Howard, merged it with the New York Telegram.
Nellie Bly : An American journalist known for investigative reporting and an 1889–1890 trip around the world. Her undercover reporting for the World brought national attention to abuses in an asylum.
Sunday newspaper : A newspaper edition published on Sunday, often expanded with entertainment and feature sections. The World’s Sunday edition used supplements and comics to attract a broad readership.
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