Pieter de Looze
Pieter de Looze | |
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| Born | Template:Birth date Zierikzee, Netherlands |
| Died | April 14, 1881 (aged 69) |
| Occupation(s) | Printer, publisher, bookseller |
| Known for | Founding the Zierikzeesche Nieuwsbode newspaper |
Pieter de Looze (23 September 1811 – 14 April 1881) was a printer, publisher, and bookseller based in Zierikzee, primarily recognized for founding the Zierikzeesche Nieuwsbode newspaper.
Career and legacy
In the early 1800s, Pieter de Looze launched his book and newspaper printing business at Melkmarkt 2 in Zierikzee. The Zierikzeesche Nieuwsbode was established and first published by him in 1844. After his tenure, his son Adriaan Johannes de Looze took over management of the enterprise.
The printing press and the Zierikzeesche Nieuwsbode were purchased in 1869 by Ochtman, which later evolved into Lakenman en Ochtman, currently known as LNO. In 1998, the newspaper was integrated into the Provinciale Zeeuwse Courant, strengthening the regional media network.
Today, the building at Melkmarkt 2 continues to serve as a combined commercial and residential location.
Personal life and family
Pieter de Looze, a native of Zierikzee, married Catharina Louwerina Feij from Vlissingen in 1836. Their son Adriaan (1847–1927) carried on the family’s publishing tradition. Pieter de Looze passed away in 1881. His grandson, also named Pieter de Looze (1874–1956), pursued a career as a minister within the Dutch Reformed Church.