Background
Peterson, Karl Lee was born on June 29, 1919 in Kansas City, Missouri, United States. Son of Karl Leonard and Zora Lee (Evans) Peterson.
Peterson, Karl Lee was born on June 29, 1919 in Kansas City, Missouri, United States. Son of Karl Leonard and Zora Lee (Evans) Peterson.
Bachelor of Arts, University Kansas City, 1940.
General assignment reporter, Kansas City Star, 1945-1964; river editor, Kansas City Star, 1947-1964; editorial writer, Kansas City Star, 1964-1984.
Served with United States Army Air Force, 1941-1945. Member Kansas City Press Club (president 1966-1967). Clubs: Kansas City Press (president 1966-1967).
Married Dorothy Jean Carter, February 8, 1946. Children– Karl Lee, Kristine Lynn, Ingrid Ellen.