New York World Collection

Solution to the first crossword puzzle, from the fun supplement of the Sunday edition of the New York World
CROSSWORD PUZZLE, 1913. Solution to the first crossword puzzle, from the fun supplement of the Sunday edition of the New York World, 21 December 1913

The Celebration at New York of the Centenary of General Washingtons Inauguration as First President of the United
1055621 The Celebration at New York of the Centenary of General Washingtons Inauguration as First President of the United States (engraving) by English School

Joseph Pulitzer, The New York World, from the American Editors series (N1) for Allen &
Joseph Pulitzer, The New York World, from the American Editors series (N1) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1887

New York World Building, New York City, New York, USA, early 20th century. Designed by George Browne Post, this building was built in 1889-1890 to house the offices of the New York World newspaper

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Journalist Joseph Pulitzer, 1880s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

BOARD GAME: NELLIE BLY. Board game about journalist Nellie Blys trip around the world in 1889-90, with squares for each of the 73 days of her journey, with images of Bly, Jules Verne

STOCK MARKET CARTOON. Sold Out. Cartoon by Rollin Kirby from the New York World, 25 October 1929, the day after the beginning of the Wall Street Stock Market Crash

Joseph Pulitzer New York World American Editors series
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PINE RIDGE RESERVATION. Group portrait of Lakota Sioux chiefs and white U. S
PINE RIDGE RESERVATION. Group portrait of Lakota Sioux chiefs and white U.S. officials, including Buffalo Bill Cody (standing, center)

(1850-1924). American legislator and author. Cartoon by Rollin Kirby from the New York World, 1 February 1920
HENRY CABOT LODGE (1850-1924). American legislator and author. Teaching Him What to Say. Cartoon by Rollin Kirby from the New York World, 1 February 1920

NEW YORK CITY: CITY HALL. City Hall Park in New York City, New York. Photograph, c1890

SUNDAY SUPPLEMENT, 1913. Front page of the fun supplement for the Sunday edition of the New York World, 21 December 1913, which contained the first crossword puzzle

Page from the fun supplement of the Sunday edition of the New York World, 21 December 1913
CROSSWORD PUZZLE, 1913. Page from the fun supplement of the Sunday edition of the New York World, 21 December 1913, featuring the first crossword puzzle (top)

Word-cross puzzle, the first crossword puzzle, from the fun supplement of the Sunday edition of the New York World
CROSSWORD PUZZLE, 1913. Word-cross puzzle, the first crossword puzzle, from the fun supplement of the Sunday edition of the New York World, 21 December 1913

Wilson and the Kaiser. American cartoon by Rollin Kirby from the New York World, 1916
WILSON CARTOON, 1916. Wilson and the Kaiser. American cartoon by Rollin Kirby from the New York World, 1916

Cartoon by Rollin Kirby from the New York World featuring President Calvin Coolidge, 11 February 1926
COOLIDGE CARTOON, 1926. Cartoon by Rollin Kirby from the New York World featuring President Calvin Coolidge, 11 February 1926

Upper half of the front page of the New York newspaper, The World, 18 May 1865
ABRAHAM LINCOLN TRIAL, 1865. Upper half of the front page of the New York newspaper, The World, 18 May 1865, with report of the Abraham Lincoln Assasination Conspiracy Trial, which had begun on 12 May

Don t mind me, go right on working. President Herbert Hoover finds the prohibition furor unabated
PROHIBITION CARTOON, 1929. Don t mind me, go right on working. President Herbert Hoover finds the prohibition furor unabated. Cartoon by Rollin Kirby from the New York World, 1929

Theodore Roosevelt, assisted by John Hay, taking Panama: cartoon by Charles Green Bush from the New York World, 1903
ROOSEVELT & PANAMA, 1903. Theodore Roosevelt, assisted by John Hay, taking Panama: cartoon by Charles Green Bush from the New York World, 1903

Cartoon by Rollin Kirby from the New York World, featuring President Calvin Coolidge, 24 March 1928
COOLIDGE CARTOON, 1928. Cartoon by Rollin Kirby from the New York World, featuring President Calvin Coolidge, 24 March 1928

(1860-1925). American lawyer amd political leader. Back in Death Valley. Cartoon by Rollin Kirby from The New York
WILLIAM JENNINGS BRYAN (1860-1925). American lawyer amd political leader. Back in Death Valley. Cartoon by Rollin Kirby from The New York World, 24 June 1920

Gainst the League, Ain t You Warren? Cartoon by Rollin Kirby from the New York World, 26 July 1920
LEAGUE OF NATIONS CARTOON. Gainst the League, Ain t You Warren? Cartoon by Rollin Kirby from the New York World, 26 July 1920, in which presidential candidate Warren G

Coolidge Cartoon, 1924
COOLIDGE CARTOON, 1924. The Whirlwind Campaign. American cartoon by Rollin Kirby from the New York World, 6 September 1924, on President Calvin Coolidges inactivity during the election campaign

Coolidge Cartoon, 1928
COOLIDGE CARTOON, 1928. Do I Hear Firing? Cartoon by Rollin Kirby from the New York World, 16 January 1928, published on the news of the ordering of an additional 1, 000 marines to Nicaragua

WARREN G. HARDING, 1920. (1865-1923). 29th President of the United States. The Canned Candidate in Action. Cartoon by Rollin Kirby in the New York World, 1 July 1920

NELLIE BLY (1867-1922). Pseudonym of Elizabeth Seaman, n

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Joseph Pulitzer holding a press printing the New York " World" newspaper 1901. Hand-colored halftone of an illustration

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"Unveiling the World: A Glimpse into the Vibrant History of New York" Step back in time to December 21, 1913, when the New York World made history by publishing the solution to its first-ever crossword puzzle. This groundbreaking moment marked a turning point in entertainment and intellectual stimulation for readers across America. The celebration didn't stop there. The city of New York came alive once again as it commemorated the centenary of General Washington's inauguration as the first President of the United States. Engraved images captured this grand event, showcasing the pride and reverence felt by all who attended. At the heart of these remarkable achievements was Joseph Pulitzer, a visionary whose leadership propelled The New York World to new heights. His dedication to journalism and unwavering commitment to truth set him apart as an influential figure in American media history. The iconic New York World Building stood tall amidst early 20th-century Manhattan, serving as a symbol of innovation and progress. Its towering presence reflected Pulitzer's ambition and his desire to provide readers with unparalleled news coverage that shaped public opinion. Even on distant lands like Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota, where Lakota Sioux chiefs mingled with U. S. Officials including Buffalo Bill Cody himself, one could find evidence of The New York World's reach. Proudly held pennants bearing its name showcased how this newspaper had become a unifying force across diverse communities. Throughout its existence, The New York World never shied away from tackling controversial topics head-on. In February 1920, Rollin Kirby's thought-provoking cartoon depicted Lodge's opposition to the Treaty of Versailles—a testament to this publication's commitment to shedding light on important political debates. New Yorkers reveled not only in their beloved newspaper but also in their vibrant city itself—City Hall Park serving as a picturesque backdrop for countless memories created within its boundaries since c1890.