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For a distinguished example of reporting on national affairs, One thousand dollars ($1,000).

The Christian Science Monitor , by Robert Cahn

For his inquiry into the future of our national parks and the methods that may help to preserve them.

Winners in National Reporting

Nathan K. (Nick) Kotz

For his reporting of unsanitary conditions in many meat packing plants, which helped insure the passage of the Federal Wholesome Meat Act of 1967.

Haynes Johnson

For his distinguished coverage of the civil rights conflict centered about Selma, Ala., and particularly his reporting of its aftermath.

Louis M. Kohlmeier

For his enterprise in reporting the growth of the fortune of President Lyndon B. Johnson and his family.

1969 Prize Winners