Media Timeline

  • 1704 newspapers in America.

    The newspapers were spread out to American citizens to keep them against the British and to spread news on updates with the war.
  • Newspaper machines

    Newspaper machines became less expensive and more widespread for publishing companies. Newspapers became more common.
  • Politics in media

    Theodore Roosevelt was the first president to have his reign captured on film. He speed info about his campaign with the newspaper too.
  • Radio news

    Radio news became accessible to anyone with a radio. Was considered the best way to receive news.
  • Television news

    TV news was available and out to the public but not everyone could afford a television.
  • JFK

    John f Kennedy used a Hollywood style filmmaking when doing programs for his election. This worked wonders with the young voters.
  • Talk stations

    Talk radio stations were popularized and highly liked for the relatability and less “proper” ways.
  • New York Times purchase.

    The New York Times was purchased by Adolph Orchis who intended on covering many points of topic in his newspaper.
  • Satellite radio

    The first two satellites were confirmed to start broadcasting
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    Print media decline

    Print media went from making 44 million to making 16 million form ads.