Humboldt Room Newspaper Collections

NEWSLETTERS IN THE HUMBOLDT ROOM, HSU LIBRARY

Compiled by Kiri Clayton, 2010

Introduction | Examples | Alphabetical List | Subject List

Introduction

The Humboldt Room has a large collection of newsletters from a variety of local organizations. Most publish their newsletters on a regular basis, usually monthly or quarterly, although some organizations follow a more irregular schedule depending on their size and financial circumstances. They are mainly published by clubs, businesses and societies. Their main focus is usually to provide information of interest to their employees, subscribers and other customers.

Newsletters have different purposes for being published depending on the organization. Many are trying to increase awareness of certain topics and events. Clubs and museums that send out newsletters try to keep members up to date on upcoming events as well as encouraging involvement and new membership. Other newsletters are created for social reasons like outreach opportunities, sharing common interests, and local history. Some allow people the chance to express themselves and their opinions. A few are created to educate the masses.

The information in each newsletter is different, but many have a list of local events, programs, and activities to encourage people to become more involved. They have well written essays, and articles, sometimes even poetry accompanied by high quality photos. Depending on who is creating the newsletter they could also have advertisements, news and volunteer opportunities.

This collection provides users with interesting reading material, as well as inspiring ideas for starting a newsletter of their own. It is also an excellent way to follow issues and organizations.

To facilitate research the newsletters have been organized into the following categories: Literary Magazines, Natural History, Museums and Historical Societies, Conservation Groups, Native American and a combination of topics concerning Social and Cultural Interests.

Examples

Historical Sites Society of Arcata One good example is the Historical Sites Society of Arcata which is one of the ongoing historical society newsletters. It devotes itself to uncovering the history of the city through the buildings and museums in Arcata. The first issue was published in February 1973 and the articles are accompanied by old black and white photos. McKinleyville Land Trust News
 

Many organizations and groups put out newsletters pertaining to environmental conservation. The McKinleyville Land Trust News is a prime example. It provides information on local land issues and opportunities to help the community. Some articles highlight people who donate land, and support the idea that the community should not be allowed to become over developed.

Animal Tracks

Animal Tracks is an ongoing newsletter that is for animal lovers. Their mission is to “promote the humane treatment of all animals and end pet overpopulation through programs such as adoption, spay/neuter and education. It gives advice about the care of animals, adoption stories, and recent events at the shelter.

 Wiyot News
 

There are a number of Native American interest centered newsletters such as Wiyot News. The newsletter provides information on upcoming programs and events, local tribal news and Wiyot culture. It helps to increase awareness about health issues and how to become healthy, general advice and things to help the environment, like recycling. It even has a section that helps teach the Wiyot language.

Alphabetical List

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Literary Magazines

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Natural History

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Museums and Historical Societies

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Conservation

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Native American

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Social and Cultural Interests

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Last Updated: April 14, 2010
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