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<b>NEW FACE: </b>New Tribune Co. Chairman Sam Zell greets Alan Solomon while visiting editorial offices at the Tribune Tower. At a time when the industry is consolidating, newsprint remains a thriving part of life in Chicago. Many locals hope Zell has ideas that will strengthen the well-known publisher and broadcaster.

Charles Osgood / Chicago Tribune /

NEW FACE: New Tribune Co. Chairman Sam Zell greets Alan Solomon while visiting editorial offices at the Tribune Tower. At a time when the industry is consolidating, newsprint remains a thriving part of life in Chicago. Many locals hope Zell has ideas that will strengthen the well-known publisher and broadcaster.

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