Frank Gannett started as a newspaper reporter, who eventually came to own or partially own over 20 newspapers, some of which were in Rochester. He chose the Mechanics Institute as an ideal place to start a printing school after WWI's shortage of trained printers.
Frank E. Gannett Hall under construction
Frank E. Gannett Hall soon after its completion
Frank E. Gannet Hall Today
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