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This article discusses the development of printing technologies and paper making, specifically focusing on the invention of a rotary press for printing newspapers. The patent model for this press is showcased in the cover image, which can be found in the National Museum of American History. The inventor, Luther Crowell, made several mechanical improvements to newspaper printing while working for R. Hoe & Co. The article highlights the connection between the increase in paper production and the demand for faster and easier printing methods. [Extracted from the article]