Stories the newspapers already wrote.
Long-form pieces drawn from real historical newspapers. Each one starts with a single clipping from the Library of Congress and unfolds into the wider story.
How Did The Day Book Avoid Sensationalism?
How Did The Day Book Avoid Sensationalism? In the early 20th century, the landscape of journalism was rapidly evolving, with many newspapers…
CAPITOL WORKERS FACE FBI CHECK
In the aftermath of World War II, the United States government was increasingly concerned about national security and the loyalty of its emp…
What Do Missing Tenants Leave Behind?
What Do Missing Tenants Leave Behind? In the bustling city of New York in the early 20th century, the dynamics of tenant-landlord relationsh…
What Is a Sunken Village for Air Force Research?
What Is a Sunken Village for Air Force Research? In the mid-20th century, the United States was deeply invested in military research and dev…
MYSTERIOUS CHARLOTTE DEATH!
MYSTERIOUS CHARLOTTE DEATH! In December 1929, a perplexing incident captured the attention of the public in North Carolina, particularly in…
REAL BUTTER OR CANDLE WAX?
REAL BUTTER OR CANDLE WAX? In the post-World War II era, the American public was grappling with numerous changes, including food quality, in…
Brewery Gulch Gazette (Bisbee, Ariz.)
Brewery Gulch Gazette (Bisbee, Ariz.) In the aftermath of World War II, the world was grappling with a myriad of societal changes, economic…
The Independent (Elizabeth City, N.C.)
The Independent (Elizabeth City, N.C.) The newspaper clipping from The Independent, dated December 13, 1929, provides a glimpse into the soc…