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Where to find old pages
The Library of Congress runs Chronicling America, a free website of American newspaper pages from the 1700s to the 1960s. You can search by date and place and print a whole front page.
Many local libraries also keep old papers on microfilm. Pick a page with big headlines, adverts and pictures; they give the most clues.
What is Chronicling America?
A lesson is kept once you've answered the question and written at least 8 words. Nobody grades it; it stays on this device.