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Community History Archive Partner
Scott County Library System
Eldridge, Iowa
Explore this community history collection to discover the people, places, organizations, and events of Eldridge.
1968 to 2016Dates represented
See individual titles for available dates.
262,018Archive pages
Historical pages reported for this collection.
Explore local history
Discover the people, places, and stories of Eldridge, Iowa.
Explore the past of Eldridge, Iowa through newspapers in the Scott County Library System's digital archive. Its two titles include material from 1968 to 2016.
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Selected titles
The titles shared by Scott County Library System include “North Scott Press”.
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No subscription or payment required.
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A closer look
An earlier generation comes into view through the stories its newspapers chose to report, placing familiar names and events within the concerns of their time.
Reporting from the time can reveal how people described the events, work and concerns of their day, placing a local story within the history unfolding around it. Whether you are tracing a family connection, exploring a local event or sharing history with a class, there is more to discover than names and dates alone. Explore the archive online for free, without a subscription.
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Titles in this collection
Browse two titles and 262,018 digitized pages, with material from 1968 to 2016. This collection is shared through Scott County Library System's partnership with Advantage Archives. Some years or items may be missing between the dates shown.
Every search for the past starts with a question. Explore the titles below, follow the sources that speak to it, and see what new detail appears.
North Scott Press
255,682 pages from 1968 to 2016
North Scott Press
6,336 pages from 1977 to 1989
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About the Library
About The Scott County Library System
The Scott County Library System serves the residents of Scott County, Iowa, providing a wide range of resources and services to meet the informational, educational, and recreational needs of the community. The library system is dedicated to offering equal access to books, magazines, newspapers, electronic resources, and technology. With a mission to support lifelong learning, the Scott County Library System fosters a love of reading, promotes literacy, and preserves the rich history of Scott County through its extensive archival collections. The library system also hosts various programs and events aimed at engaging the community and enhancing educational opportunities for all ages.
Library History
The History Of The Scott County Library System
The Scott County Library System has a long and storied history of serving the community. Established to provide access to information and resources, the library system has grown and evolved to meet the changing needs of its patrons. The digitization of the library's archives represents a significant milestone, ensuring the preservation of historical documents and making them accessible to a broader audience. The library system continues to be a vital resource for residents, offering a wealth of information and fostering a strong sense of community.
About the Community
About Scott County, Iowa
Scott County, located in eastern Iowa, is a region rich in history and community spirit. Established in 1837, Scott County has grown from a primarily agricultural area into a vibrant community with a diverse economy. The county is known for its beautiful parks, historic sites, and strong educational institutions. Scott County's history is marked by its agricultural roots, with many farms in the area having been operated by the same families for generations. The community spirit of Scott County is evident in the numerous local events and festivals that celebrate the county's heritage and bring residents together. The well-preserved historical buildings and landmarks provide a glimpse into the county's past and reflect the pride of its residents.
More ways to explore and share local history
Research Guidance
Keep publication context with a finding
A family name, a familiar street or a story passed down through generations can lead to a closer look at the history of Eldridge. The digital archive shared by the Scott County Library System offers a place to begin. When using historical newspapers, try alternate spellings and nearby dates, then read the surrounding page to place a local story in its time. Compare later reporting or another available title to explore different perspectives rather than treating one account as the whole story. Note the newspaper title, issue date, and page for a useful report. Compare another account where available, and keep differences in timing or perspective visible rather than blending them into a single version.
Save the newspaper title, issue date, and page, then compare another dated account where available. Keep differences in timing and perspective visible so the source context is not lost. If the accounts disagree, record what each source supports and use the difference to shape a further search rather than smoothing them into one version.
A research trail is most useful when it leaves room for what is not yet known. Record the title, date, and page or item reference where available, along with what remains uncertain and which question you want to follow next. Those details help keep a possible connection from becoming an unsupported conclusion.
Community Partnership
Keeping local history a community resource
This community archive is made possible by the collaboration of the Scott County Library System, its community, and Advantage Archives. Together, these partnerships preserve local sources and give people a way to explore, learn from, and share the history around them.
Advantage Archives covers ongoing archive hosting, storage, development, and maintenance. The institution and its community do not pay a subscription, seat license, annual support contract, or other recurring archive-service charge. Local history remains a community resource, not a subscription to maintain.
Would you like to see more of your community's history preserved and accessible? Start a conversation with your library, newspaper publisher, historical or genealogical society, museum, or school about the materials they would like to share and a possible partnership with Advantage Archives.
Learn about partnerships
Stories, research tips, and archive news
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