Epsom
History through Old Newspapers
Above, Megan Rand helps deliver
news of the past.
The
Epsom Historical Association met for their second program
of 2009 at the Epsom Public Library March 17th. The
program was looking at Epsom History through old newspapers.
The news was presented in a simulated newscast complete
with powerpoint photos illustrating the different reports.
Over 60 news items were featured, from 1759 to 1925.
Accounts of political activities, tragic deaths and
accidents, real estate dealings, crime and other events
were all part of past news items delivered during the
program. [Transcript
of Presentation]
The
program was preceded by a short business meeting and
refreshments followed.
