Robert Joseph Manning (December 25, 1919 – September 28, 2012) was an American journalist. He worked as London Bureau Chief for

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from 1958 to 1961,

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and editor of ''

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''.

Works

Manning published an autobiography in 1992 entitled ''The Swamp Root Chronicle: Adventures in the Word Trade''.

Career

Manning worked as the Sunday editor of ''The New York Herald Tribune'' and in 1966 became the 10th editor in chief of ''The Atlantic''. His work at ''The Atlantic'' landed him on the

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.Staff report (Jun 28, 1973). Lists of White House 'Enemies' and Memorandums Relating to Those Named. ''

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Organizations

Manning was a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. He was also a member of the following clubs: *Tavern *St. Botolph (President from 1988 to 1990) *Century Association

Family

Manning was married to Margaret R. Manning, who died in 1984. Margaret was the book editor for ''

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''. In 1987, Manning married Theresa M. Slomkowski. He also had three sons, Richard, Brian, and Robert, along with four grandchildren.

References

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