The Sacramento (CA) Bee , by The Sacramento (CA) Bee

For its campaign against unscrupulous politicians in Jackson County, Oregon.

For its series of articles on veterans relief, on the real estate bond evil, the campaign urging voters in the late New York City municipal election to "write in" the name of Joseph V. McKee, and the articles exposing the lottery schemes of various fraternal organizations.

For its successful campaign to eliminate waste in city management and to reduce the tax levy.

For a successful municipal graft exposure and consequent convictions.