Pennsylvania played a pivotal role in shaping the nation’s news culture, but Philadelphia was at its heart as the city expanded and developed, reports Christie Ileto for 6abc.

The Historical Society of Pennsylvania is showcasing early newspaper archives that show the origins of America’s morning routine.

According to Director of Library Services Anthony DiGiovanni, the demand for timely information started to gain traction following the Revolutionary War.

“And so the reasoning behind that was coming out of the American Revolution, there was much more of a demand for information and much quicker, and especially locally in Philadelphia as the city was growing,” said DiGiovanni.

In the 18th century, newspapers were usually just four pages and sold by subscription, which helped in building trust.

According to DiGiovanni, that’s how you established credibility as a partner at the time.

Thanks to printer John Dunlap’s reputation, The Daily Advertiser and Pennsylvania Packet quickly became a model for success. By the late 18th century, the two papers had established the benchmark for daily newspapers throughout the American colonies.

“The significance of having this begin in Pennsylvania is huge because switching it to a daily frequency changed journalism from that point on,” DiGiovanni said.

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