For a distinguished example of meritorious public service by a newspaper through the use of its journalistic resources which may include editorials, cartoons, and photographs, as well as reporting, a gold medal.
Newsday , by Newsday
For its three-year investigation and exposure of secret land deals in eastern Long Island, which led to a series of criminal convictions, discharges and resignations among public and political officeholders in the area.
Winners in Public Service
Los Angeles Times
For its expose of wrongdoing within the Los Angeles City Government Commissions, resulting in resignations or criminal convictions of certain members, as well as widespread reforms.
Riverside (CA) Press-Enterprise
For its expose of corruption in the courts in connection with the handling of the property and estates of an Indian tribe in California, and its successful efforts to punish the culprits.
Milwaukee Journal
For its successful campaign to stiffen the law against water pollution in Wisconsin, a notable advance in the national effort for the conservation of natural resources.
The Boston Globe
For its campaign to prevent confirmation of Francis X Morrissey as a Federal District Judge in Massachusetts.
1970 Prize Winners
Marquis W. Childs
For distinguished commentary during 1969.
Ada Louise Huxtable
For distinguished criticism during 1969.