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But those consumers are now reading newspapers online for free, and although newspapers have been able to convert some of that viewership into ad dollars, it is a trickle compared to previous sources. At most newspapers, Web advertising accounts for only 10%–15% of revenues. [36]
FALL RIVER – Digging into the city's history — and your own — has become incredibly easy thanks to the Fall River Public Library’s initiative to digitize its collection of newspaper microfilm.
Free newspapers in the United States trace their history back to the 1940s when Walnut Creek, California publisher Dean Lesher began what is widely believed to be the first free daily, now known as the Contra Costa Times. In the 1960s, he converted that newspaper and three others in the county to paid circulation.
In the 1960s and 70s, an effort began to collect these ethnic newspapers in order to preserve their history and increase their accessibility to the general public. [14] In the 20th century, newspapers in various Asian languages, and also in Spanish and Arabic, appeared and are still published, read by newer immigrants. [15]
The newspaper regularly endorsed presidential candidates since 1976. [465] Patrick Soon-Shiong, the owner of the Times since 2018, also blocked an endorsement in the 2020 primaries. Newspaper editorials can reflect the views of the owners, who can play a role in the endorsement and sign off on them. [466] [467]
Newspaper covers from the days following the 9/11 attacks give a glimpse into the confusion and anger felt not just by the U.S., but also around the world.
Many organisations that publish a printed newspaper also publish an online edition. [26] [27] Newspapers can decide to publish the same information as in the printed version online, or choose to provide different articles compared to the printed newspaper. Information can be provided for free or as a paid subscription.
In mid-August 1861, four New York City newspapers (the New York Daily News, The Journal of Commerce, the Day Book and the New York Freeman’s Journal) were given a presentment by a U.S. Circuit Court grand jury for "frequently encouraging the rebels by expressions of sympathy and agreement". This began a series of federal prosecutions during ...