Mining magnate, owner of the San Francisco Daily Examiner, and founder of the Hearst fortune; he expanded sensationalistic journalism. Fountain pen signature and inscription, 'To William Randolph Hearst Jr. with much affection from his Pop, William Randolph Hearst Sr.,' on an off-white 5 x 6 sheet. Matted with a nice photo of Hearst and his young son, to an overall size of 8.25 x 15.25. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.
