For National Camera Day, we’re going to take a look at how New Jersey’s newspapers reflected the development of this society-changing scientific advancement. Photography and the photographic camera were developed in the early 1800s, building off of pre-existing discoveries. Although…
Category: Newspaper History
Bessie Smith
It is no secret that history reflects biases. People choose what to save and publish, therefore shedding light on certain individuals while erasing and marginalizing others. This month is Black History Month, a time when we give special consideration for…
April 1, 2020 Was National Census Day and That Is No Joke
April 1st was National Census Day. A day to promote the decennial count of each resident in the United States based on where they live on April 1 of that year. The 2020 U.S. Census survey may be filled out…