| Show UTAH PRESS ASSOCIATION He was at home in the saddle on the plow inswivel chair or in the pulpit and in all these capacities he wassuccess He put his heart and soul into all he did and it was no wonder that his heart finally wore out for he gave it all to other people FRANK JENNE CANNON Ogden Standard Born January 25 1859 Died July 26 1933 Installed in Hall of Fame at St George 1982 When the life of Frank Jenne Cannon is unfolded in its entirety the scope of the mantalents is impressive In all he wrote for or directed the editorial staffs of 10 newspapers ranging in size fromstruggling new weekly in Cache Valley to major dailies in three states He was described by contemporary as One of the most widely known figures in the West And by another as brilliant man an eloquent speaker able writer magnetic man who draws to himself friends While earningjustifiable reputation as an editor of considerable skill he simultaneously immersed himself in Utah politics and the controversial Free Silver issue And though he wasman who was totally dedicated to the cause he espoused he did so with dignity and earned the respect of his foes as well as the admiration of his followers When at the peak of his notable career he was described byfellow newsman in this way Of statuesque buildhandsome face heavy curly hair which fit him likehalo an engaging voice with an extraordinary vocabulary remarkable gift of oratory andflair for the spectacular university graduate at 19 newspaper publisher by the 436 Digital image 2005 Marriott Library University of Utah Al rights reserved |
