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Discusses the developments in the "National Review" journal's organization and magazine format. Retirement of editor Priscilla Buckley and publisher Bill Rusher; Continuation of the fight on the subject of the strategic defense initiative; Launch of Jeff Hart's column "Ivory Foxhole"; Expertise of Jimmy O'Bryan's cover illustrations; Recall of the directive for the change of headquarters of the magazine; More.

The article describes the courage shown by H. L. Mencken, a columnist for Sunpapers, in denouncing the lynchers of African American named Matthew Williams and demanding the arrest and trials of the perpetrators. Mencken perceived the cowardice of the press, particularly the Salisbury Times and the Cambridge Daily Banner, which he considered are examples of a degenerating process. People believed that Mencken's article was a disgrace to the state. Subscription to the newspaper were cancelled and there was also a threat of boycott. But Mencken and Sun publisher, Paul Patterson, stood by their belief despite people's animosity towards the paper.

The article presents a view on the transition of newspaper journalism to digital news and the heroes in this event. The heroes considered in this transition will be publishers, corporate officers, shareholders, reporters, editors and even economists and lawyers. Non-journalists and bloggers who enriched public conversation and expand the reach of professional journalism can also be considered as heroes. It is believed that newspaper journalism will not survive if public service and democracy are sacrificed in favor of corporate profits, or if journalism is replaced by entertainment news.

Recalls an article on the market introduction of computers, published in the December 1980 issue of the periodical "Discover." Observation of writer John Leo on the rise of computerphobes and technopeasants; Concern raised by publishers and journalists.

The article presents the views of the author regarding the farewell of the column "Milestones in Chromatography" in the "LCGC North America" magazine in the U.S. He began to study the history of the evolution of chromatography in 1970s and the beginning of his column coincided with 50-year anniversary of the Pittsburgh Conference. His columns dealt with the milestones of chromatography development and discusses early developments resembling chromatographic separation.

The article discusses the author's experience as a writer of chromatography-related topics in the journal. In 1987, the author, who was involved with an instrument company team specifying a new gas chromatograph, started to write for the journal. He asserted that as the magazine strove to keep its identity in the midst of many changes, the publishing technologies had also evolved.

The article features "Daily Herald" publisher Doug Ray. The periodical features a full-time film critic and general columnist to be able to become the primary source of news and information in the market. The publisher attributed the success of the periodical to its family ownership. It also recounts the career background of Ray.

The article introduces the 60th anniversary issue of "Road and Track" magazine. Some of the achievements of this automotive enthusiast magazine since the release of its first issue in June 1947 are highlighted. It acknowledges the supports and contributions made by the magazine's founders, staff, and readers in the past 60 years.

The article focuses on the shifting of this periodical's office. The periodical is leaving its offices on East 35th Street in New York. The periodical's office has been in the same place for most of its 41 years. Every magazine must know Washington intimately, and the periodical has three reporters there. A political magazine must have the check and balance of geographic distance. This is more than New York patriotism. The periodical has its own problems. The periodical's office is moving only three blocks away, though it seems like cross-country.

The article focuses on the Fake Steve Jobs character, who once prowled and pranked the PC Week business section from 1987 to 1990. This person is also known as Dan Lyons, wherein his outing by a New York Times reporter has gained criticisms from e-mails among the PC Week alumni. He was also remembered to have faked a call from a particularly irate tech executive to news editor John Dodge. The author explains that they in the journalism business are amused and gratified that this character was not a West Coaster, but from U.S. side representing the intellectuals rather than the surfers. However, he suggests that business executives should learn from satirists, like Lyons, than from the fawning loyalists in their firm.

The article pays tribute to Setorwu Gagakuma, a member of the "New African" periodical and former correspondent and representative in Ghana. For IC Publications, Gagakuma was more than a journalist. He was considered an advertising representative, he looked after the circulation and helped the publisher in many ways. He was an excellent journalist who wrote with style, elegance and originality.

Comments on the decadence of journalism. Common headlines on newspapers; Strategies to attract many readers as possible; Impact on the veracity of news reports brought about by journalist's desire to lure people.

This article presents several publishing policies of the journal "The Washington Reporter on Middle East Affairs." Journalists are writing about disputes, tensions and growing pains in the Middle East, India and Pakistan, subjects deemed too complicated or boring for the U.S. readers. They are looking for entertainment in news stories featuring cops, robbers, murderers, film stars and sports heroes, even after September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. Readers concerned with U.S. foreign policy and the Middle East must make some hard choices about which magazines, newspapers, Internet lists, and Web sites to turn to.

Reports on the resignation of 'San Jose Mercury News' publisher Jay T. Harris in May 2001. View of newspaper editors on his action; Average profit of newspapers.

Several letters to the editor in response to articles in previous issues including "Buckley: The Right Word," and a response by the author are presented.

This article reports on the acquisition of Wired by Conde Nast Publications in June 1998. While Wired gains the endorsement of an old-guard print publishing company, it continues to reinvent itself through the models and aspirations of new media. Editor in Chief Karina Heron, who came to the magazine in 1995 and took her current post when Louis Rossetto, founder of the magazine, stepped down last December 1997, says, "For me, Wired is a good example of a bona-fide virtual community that can exist between editors and readers." Harder to pin down categorically than most print publications, Wired is a technology-business-culture hybrid that Conde Nast Editorial Director James Truman praises as "a very unusual magazine."

The article reports that Computerworld was named 2006 Magazine of the Year and received the golden award in the Overall Web Publication category by the American Society of Business Publication Editors. The award was given in a testament to the integrated nature of its print and online editorial operations. The magazine received the print honor in the over-80,000 circulation division at a national banquet in conjunction with the annual American Society of Business Publication Editors(ASBPE) conference.

Reports on the revival of the magazine "Ruminator Review" with the publication of its September/October 2004. Reason for the suspension of the book review; Views of Pearl Kilbride, former publisher of the review, on the closure of Ruminator Bookstore of Saint Paul, Minnesota; Reviews to be featured by the publication; Columnists who will contribute to popular culture sections; Number of titles that have been published by Ruminator Press in its 10-year existence.

Presents an opinion of columnist and publisher Joe Cappo. His contributions to the periodical "Crain's Chicago Business"; Lessons learned from him; Retirement plan of Cappo.

Discusses the implication and several reasons behind all the attention that former journalist, Jason Blair, is receiving. Information on all the violations committed by Blair when he was still working for the newspaper "The New York Times"; Concerns raised regarding the rewards he was receiving despite his wrong actions; Reasons of Michael Viner, president of New Millenium Audio & Press of Beverly Hills, for publishing the book of Blair.

Reports on the plan of the 'Newsweek' magazine to publish a themed issue examining design's influence on life and commerce around the world in fall 2003. Editors who will lead the preparation for the issue; Reason for the move the magazine; Comments from the officials of the publication.

Reports on the appointment of Nathalie Atkinson as Canadian correspondent for 'Publishers Weekly' replacing Leah Eichler. Career background of Atkinson.

Interviews Maer Roshan, editor and publisher of 'Radar.' Comments on the premiere issue of the magazine; Changes in the coming issues of 'Radar'; Characteristics of the magazine which may attract national audiences.

Presents news briefs related to advertising and publishing as of April 2003. Sale of the premiere issue of "Lifetime," edited by Sally Koslow; Title of a memoir written by Ira Ellenthal for his dad; Death of "Buffalo News" columnist Bob Curran.