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J. F. Archibald
1919Sep, 10

J. F. Archibald

J. F. Archibald, Australian journalist and publisher, founded the Archibald Prize (b. 1856)
Jules François Archibald, known as J. F. Archibald, baptised John Feltham Archibald, (14 January 1856 – 10 September 1919), Australian journalist and publisher, was co-owner and editor of The Bulletin during the days of its greatest influence in Australian politics and literary life. He was also the founder and namesake of the annual Archibald Prize art award.

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