Preserving tradition, the story of America's last hot metal newspaper

The video discusses the Watch Crescent, the last hot metal newspaper in the U.S., owned by the speaker's family since 1917. The speaker shares personal experiences, having worked there since age 12 and being the publisher for 37 years. Despite technological advances, traditional printing methods are maintained due to lack of necessity for change. The future of the paper is uncertain, with the speaker expressing amazement at its continued existence.

What is unique about the Watch Crescent newspaper according to the narrator?

• It is the first digital newspaper in the United States.

• It is the last hot metal newspaper in the United States.

• It is the oldest newspaper in Europe.

• It is the largest newspaper in the world.

How long has the narrator been working at the Watch Crescent?

• Since he was 30 years old

• Since he was 12 years old

• Since he was 25 years old

• Since he was 18 years old

What machine does the narrator use for setting text in the newspaper?

• A typewriter

• A laser printer

• A Linotype machine

• A modern digital printer

How many subscribers does the Watch Crescent have?

• About 600

• About 440

• About 200

• About 1000

What is the narrator's perspective on the future of the newspaper?

• He is unsure about its future but committed to continuing.

• He wants to sell it to a larger company.

• He is certain it will last for 50 more years.

• He plans to close it next year.