Washington Post
That's what a colleague once said. Legendary New York Times correspondent
R.W. (Johnny) Apple Jr. "was instantly recognizable for his girth as well as his knowledge of politics, sports, grand opera, fine wine and rich food," writes
Adam Bernstein. "While traveling on assignment, where experience might tell some reporters to pack water or extra batteries, Mr. Apple never neglected to bring along a pepper mill." Apple died Wednesday at 71.
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