The News Industry Of 1940

“Covering a fire is usually an exciting event. But it doesn’t come nearly as often as you might think. Amid the turmoil and confusion, the reporter must be able to think clearly and quickly, and he must get his facts accurately. Assignments of this type may keep the reporter out in bad weather for many hours of hard, tiresome work. But there’s a real thrill in seeing your own byline over a story when it’s in print.” Also noted: reporting is hard for girls. [Via]