For the best American biography teaching patriotic and unselfish services to the people, illustrated by an eminent example, excluding, as too obvious, the names of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, One thousand dollars ($1,000).
The Life of Andrew Jackson, by Marquis James (Bobbs)
Comprising two volumes: "The Border Captain" and "Portrait of a President."
The Jury
The Jury
Royal Cortissoz(Chair)
Faculty, Columbia Journalism School
Richard Burton
Faculty, Columbia Journalism School
Henry S. Canby
Faculty, Columbia Journalism School
Winners in Biography
1938 Prize Winners
Edmonton Journal
A special bronze plaque for its editorial leadership in defense of the freedom of the press (via a campaign against the Accurate News and Information Act) in the province of Alberta, Canada.
Arthur Krock of The New York Times
For his exclusive authorized interview with the President of the United States on February 27, 1937.