When was William Phillips - editor born?

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* William Phillips (1775-1833): A British editor and writer known for his work on the "Monthly Magazine"

* William Phillips (1822-1895): An American journalist and editor for the "New York Times"

* William Phillips (born 1921): A prominent American editor and literary critic

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