The Manchester Guardian, born 5 May 1821: 190 years – work in progress | Editorial
Linkedin

The Manchester Guardian, born 5 May 1821: 190 years – work in progress | Editorial

London : United Kingdom | May 04, 2011 at 5:19 PM PDT
Source: The Guardian
XX XX
Views: Pending
 
It was a weekly comprising just four pages and priced at a steep 7d (seven old pence), of which 4d went to the government in stamp duty. This was the severest of paywalls, and the initial circulation was just 1,000, soaring to 3,000 by the mid-1820s. FULL ARTICLE AT The Guardian
 
  • Clear
  • Share:
  • Share
  • Clear
  • Clear
  • Clear
  • Clear
 
 
Advertisement
 
Advertisement
 

More From Allvoices

 
Tap_logo_330_110_event
 


Use of this site is governed by our Terms of Use Agreement and Privacy Policy.

© Allvoices, Inc 2008-2013. All rights reserved.