New York Times
The New York Times Newspaper has a legacy. It was founded in 1851 by Henry Jarvis Raymond and George Jones. Internationally distributed, the New York Times is the biggest metropolitan newspaper in the entire country. It is the paper that many people look to for modern events and references and its nickname is the “Gray Lady,” because of its appearance. There are 350 people who contribute to this paper, which gives it plenty of subject matter compatible to its motto (that is always printed in the top left-hand corner of the paper) is “All the News That’s Fit to Print.” With 95 Pulitzer Prize awards, it is easy to see why the New York Times Newspaper is so well-known and respected. The next time you drive by a newsstand in NYC in your convertible rental or cargo van rental from Prestige Car Rental, pick up a copy.
The New York Times is owned by the New York Times Company, which also distributes 15 other newspapers. Founded on Sept. 18, 1851, the New York Times was first known as the New-York Daily Times. It switched to its current name in 1857 and used to be published every day except Sunday. That soon changed when the paper’s power shone through in 1870 and 1871. At this time, the paper targeted its articles on Boss Tweed, which forced the Tweed’s control over City Hall to end. Over the years, the paper has supported various government candidates starting off as a Republican publication then turning into an independent one. Check out its articles on politics and the economy today.
In 1896, the New York Times Newspaper was turned over to Adolph Ochs who coined the paper’s famous motto. He was a very influential figure in the publication process as the paper received an international span, reputation and circulation. In 1904, the paper called 42nd Street its new home and gave the name to Times Square. It also provided Times Square with the celebrated tradition of lowering the New Year’s Eve ball for everyone to see. The newspaper’s headquarters is now located at 620 Eighth Avenue. Make sure to stop by Times Square to see where it all began - maybe even pick up a copy so you can read the New York Times at its origin.
The New York Times has three main sections that you can flip through to find what you need. The first section, called “News,” contains information on business, technology, science, health, education, weather, sports and obituaries. The second section of “Opinion” includes things like letters to the editor, editorials and op-eds. The final section, “Features,” is about movies, travel, arts, theater, fashion and book reviews. This final section also includes the New York Times Magazine as well as a Week in Review article. If you want to learn about any of these topics before heading out to the streets of NYC in your New York City passenger van rental, make sure to pick up a paper today.
