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District of Columbia Historical Newspaper Collection

Object Details

Scope and Contents: This collection of historical newspapers spans from 1784-1946, the bulk from 1820-1885. The majority of issues are from the National Republican and The Southern Press Daily newspapers. The Virginia Journal and Alexandria Advertiser Vol. I N0.1, 1784 is the earliest paper in the collection.

Date: 1784-1946

Extent: 2.08 Linear feet (1 oversize box)

Rights: Collection items available for reproduction, but the Archives makes no guarantees concerning copyright restrictions. Other intellectual property rights may apply. Archives cost-recovery and use fees may apply when requesting reproductions.

Citation: Anacostia Community Museum Archives, Smithsonian Institution.

Type: Collection descriptions; Archival materials; Newspapers

Place: Washington (D.C.)

Identifier: ACMA.10-012.5

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