SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION

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                      Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.   )


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___________KNIGHT-RIDDER, INC.__________________
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___________KNIGHT-RIDDER, INC.__________________
(Name of Person(s) Filing Proxy Statement)

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                               AN IMPORTANT REMINDER



Dear Shareholder:

      Proxy material relating to the 1996 Annual Meeting of Shareholders of 
Knight-Ridder,Inc. was mailed to you on or about March 12.  According to our 
records, your proxy card for this important meeting, which is scheduled for 
Tuesday, April 23, has not yet been received.

      Regardless of the number of shares you own, it is important that they be 
represented and voted at the meeting.  If you have any questions or need 
assistance in voting your shares, please do not hesitate to call us at 
(305) 376-3884.

      Since the time remaining is short, we urge you to sign, date and mail the 
enclosed duplicate proxy today.  Your interest and your participation in the 
affairs of the Company are sincerely appreciated.

                                       Sincerely,



                                       Douglas C. Harris
                                       Vice President/Corporate Secretary

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