Walter Eli Clark (January 7, 1869 – February 4, 1950) was an American journalist and newspaper publisher.

[2] Clark remained with The Sun until 1909, adding the roles of Washington correspondent for the Seattle Post-Intelligencer in 1900 and The Globe (Toronto) in 1904.

Clark's opposition was based upon Alaska's small population (36,556 whites) and the general lack of transportation infrastructure throughout the district.

His opposition however became moot when Republicans lost control of the United States House of Representatives during the 1910 election.

With the House under Democratic control, legislation granting Alaska territorial status was pushed through and became effective on August 24, 1912.

[1] During the territory's first legislative session, Clark signed laws creating a variety of regulatory agencies and implementing compulsory education, juvenile courts, eight-hour days for workers in many industries, and women's suffrage.

His last day in office came on May 21, 1913, when he resigned to make way for Wilson appointee John Franklin Alexander Strong.