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The newspaper was first printed on 14 November 1715 in “Glasgow College”, the precursor to the University of Glasgow. The printer was Donald Govan, who was printer to the university. The publisher was Robert Thomson, who was then postmaster of Glasgow.
It was published three times a week, and sold for three half-pence, or “one penny to regular customers.
The Glasgow Courant was one of the early newspapers in Glasgow, Scotland. It was first published on November 14, 1715, making it one of the earliest newspapers in the city. The newspaper played a role in disseminating news and information during a period of significant historical and political events.
During its publication, The Glasgow Courant covered various topics, including local news, national events, and international affairs. Newspapers like The Glasgow Courant were important in shaping public opinion and providing a means for people to stay informed about current events.
The Glasgow Courant, the citys first newspaper first printed
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