This is a good intro link for newspapers.

http://lcweb.loc.gov/preserv/care/newspap.html

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The Neon Museum
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----- Original Message -----
From: "Fernando Consuela" <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Wednesday, May 05, 2004 10:57 PM
Subject: Newspaper Conservation


> I'm fairly new to the field and haven't had a lot of experience with
> newspapers.  A woman recently brought a newspaper from the 1800s to my
> attention.  It has been in her father-in-law's attic for years and is in
> need of conservation.  Since I am unsure of what method is best, I thought
> I would ask for some suggestions or for some resources that might help me
> with this project.  Any ideas would be much appreciated.  Thanks.
>
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