Immerse yourself in the riveting history of The New York Times, narrated by the acclaimed Elmer Davis, a three-time Peabody Award winner. This engaging account spans from the newspapers founding in the 1850s to 1921, highlighting its crucial role in exposing the notorious Boss Tweed and its remarkable resurgence under the legendary publisher Adolph Ochs. Explore how The Times influenced both local and national politics, establishing itself as the preeminent newspaper of its era. Davis not only examines the evolution of journalism but also celebrates The Times unexpected contribution to groundbreaking technological advancements. This work serves as both a critical analysis of a storied institution and a heartfelt homage to the place where Davis began his illustrious career. - Summary by Joanne Turner

History of The New York Times, 1851-1921
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Immerse yourself in the riveting history of The New York Times, narrated by the acclaimed Elmer Davis, a three-time Peabody Award winner. This engaging account spans from the newspapers founding in the 1850s to 1921, highlighting its crucial role in exposing the notorious Boss Tweed and its remarkable resurgence under the legendary publisher Adolph Ochs. Explore how The Times influenced both local and national politics, establishing itself as the preeminent newspaper of its era. Davis not only examines the evolution of journalism but also celebrates The Times unexpected contribution to groundbreaking technological advancements. This work serves as both a critical analysis of a storied institution and a heartfelt homage to the place where Davis began his illustrious career. - Summary by Joanne Turner
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February 25, 2026
020 - Appendix For the German People Peace With Freedom
Immerse yourself in the riveting history of The New York Times, narrated by the acclaimed Elmer Davis, a three-time Peabody Award winner. This engaging account spans from the newspapers founding in the 1850s to 1921, highlighting its crucial role in exposing the notorious Boss Tweed and its remarkable resurgence under the legendary publisher Adolph Ochs. Explore how The Times influenced both local and national politics, establishing itself as the preeminent newspaper of its era. Davis not only examines the evolution of journalism but also celebrates The Times unexpected contribution to groundbreaking technological advancements. This work serves as both a critical analysis of a storied institution and a heartfelt homage to the place where Davis began his illustrious career. - Summary by Joanne Turner

February 25, 2026
019 - Part II Chapter 6 The Times Today
Immerse yourself in the riveting history of The New York Times, narrated by the acclaimed Elmer Davis, a three-time Peabody Award winner. This engaging account spans from the newspapers founding in the 1850s to 1921, highlighting its crucial role in exposing the notorious Boss Tweed and its remarkable resurgence under the legendary publisher Adolph Ochs. Explore how The Times influenced both local and national politics, establishing itself as the preeminent newspaper of its era. Davis not only examines the evolution of journalism but also celebrates The Times unexpected contribution to groundbreaking technological advancements. This work serves as both a critical analysis of a storied institution and a heartfelt homage to the place where Davis began his illustrious career. - Summary by Joanne Turner

February 25, 2026
018 - Part II Chapter 5 The Times in War 1914-1918 concl
Immerse yourself in the riveting history of The New York Times, narrated by the acclaimed Elmer Davis, a three-time Peabody Award winner. This engaging account spans from the newspapers founding in the 1850s to 1921, highlighting its crucial role in exposing the notorious Boss Tweed and its remarkable resurgence under the legendary publisher Adolph Ochs. Explore how The Times influenced both local and national politics, establishing itself as the preeminent newspaper of its era. Davis not only examines the evolution of journalism but also celebrates The Times unexpected contribution to groundbreaking technological advancements. This work serves as both a critical analysis of a storied institution and a heartfelt homage to the place where Davis began his illustrious career. - Summary by Joanne Turner
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