London Evening News
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The Evening News was a British newspaper founded in 1894 by Alfred Harmsworth, later known as Lord Northcliffe. Harmsworth transformed the nearly bankrupt publication into a popular newspaper by featuring brief news reports, a daily story, and a column for women. This strategy led to a significant increase in circulation, reaching 160,000 copies within a year and generating substantial profits.1
The Evening News was part of a broader trend in British journalism during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, characterized by the rise of popular press and "press barons" like Harmsworth. This era saw newspapers adapting to a new reading public created by compulsory education, focusing on shorter articles and more engaging content to boost circulation and attract advertising revenue.23
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