CLARENCE WALKER BARRON

(Clarence W. Barron)


Clarence Walker Barron
Clarence Walker Barron
  • Born: July 2, 1855
  • Died: October 3, 1928
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  • Profession: Financial Journalist

Clarence W. Barron is one of the most influential figures in the history of Dow Jones & Company. As a career newsman described as a "short, rotund powerhouse", he died holding the posts of president of Dow Jones and de facto manager of The Wall Street Journal. He is considered the founder of modern financial journalism.