For the original American play, performed in New York, which shall best represent in marked fashion the educational value and power of the stage, preferably dealing with American life, $1,000.
Our Town, by Thornton Wilder
The Jury
The Jury
William L. Phelps(Chair)
Faculty, Columbia Journalism School
Mary M. Colum
Faculty, Columbia Journalism School
Schuyler Watts
Faculty, Columbia Journalism School
Winners in Drama
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.
Marquis James
Comprising two volumes: "The Border Captain" and "Portrait of a President."
Arthur Krock of The New York Times
For his exclusive authorized interview with the President of the United States on February 27, 1937.