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Originally Posted by BookCat
I'm surprised that this is even being discussed considering the source of this speculation. I've read threads on MR which have argued that their information is usually wrong.
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What does the correctness of the information have to do with this discussion? Not letting the facts stand in the way is a grand tradition in yellow journalism.
Speaking of such, one of the finer moments of yellow journalism from the 19th century:
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In 1897, Remington became very bored by the lack of anything newsworthy in Cuba and cabled to Hearst, “Everything quiet. There is no trouble here. There will be no war. Wish to return.” In response to Remington’s message, Hearst reportedly replied, “Please remain. You furnish the pictures and I’ll furnish the war.”
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