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J. E. Mitchell
Born (1876-08-01)August 1, 1876
Coosa County, Alabama
Died December 17, 1952(1952-12-17) (aged 76)
Nationality American
Occupation Publisher
Known for Starting the St. Louis Argus

Joseph Everett Mitchell (August 1, 1876 – December 17, 1952) was an American publisher known for his newspaper, the St. Louis Argus. It advocated for civil rights and served the blacks in St. Louis. Mitchell co-founded the Citizen's Liberty League to support African American political candidates.

Early years and personal life

The fourth of eight children, Mitchell was born on August 1, 1876, in Coosa County, Alabama, to a farming family. As a child, he often worked in his father's sawmill. In 1898, he joined the United States Army and served with the 24th Infantry Regiment. In 1901 he married Mattie E. Thomas. In 1904, they settled in St. Louis, Missouri.

Career

In 1906, Mitchell formed an insurance company, the Western Union Relief Association. In April 1912, Mitchell, along with his brother William, began the St. Louis Argus. Mitchell served as publisher and managing editor and his brother served as the business manager.

Honors

Mitchell was enshrined in the National Newspaper Publishers Association in 1978.

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