For a distinguished example of reporting on national affairs, published in a daily newspaper in the United States, Five hundred dollars ($500).

The Seattle Times , by Edwin O. Guthman

For his series on the clearing of Communist charges of Professor Melvin Rader, who had been accused of attending a secret Communist school.

The Jury

1949

For consistent excellence covering the national scene from Washington.

1948

For his stories on the plan of the Truman administration to impose secrecy about the ordinary affairs of federal civilian agencies in peacetime.

Biography

Drama

For "All Set for a Super-Secret Session in Washington."

Editorial Writing

For distinguished editorial writing during the year.