In 1703, on this day, by decree of Peter I, the first issue of the Russian newspaper Vedomosti was published. Exactly 85 years later, thanks to the ruler of the Tambov governorship, Gavriil Romanovich Derzhavin, the first Russian newspaper was published in the province - Tambovskiye Izvestiya, which was published for only one year, until Derzhavin left Tambov.
Original taken from marina_klimkova 225 years ago: Newspaper "Tambovskiye Izvestia", No. 1
The first issue of Tambovskiye Izvestiya said:
“In Tambov Genvara 1.The first day of the coming new year was celebrated here as follows: After the assembly of all the ranks in the cathedral church, a solemn liturgy was heard, at the end of which Proto-Priest Semyon Kirilov spoke a decent word for this dayabout making good use of timeFinally, a prayer service was performed to the giver of all blessings to the Lord God, for the highest health of HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY and the entire august IMPERIAL house. In the evening, the city was illuminated, and in the house of His Excellency the Lord Governor of the Province, a meeting and a noble theatrical performance, on the occasion of wartime DramaCapture of the island of Saint Lucia operas Loretand comic ballet; then a masquerade, consisting of more than 200 masks and dinner. The meeting lasted until 2 o'clock at midnight, to the general pleasure of the inhabitants of the city and many visitors from the districts, of whom one lover of the theater D.B.
The beautiful Loreta was born in Paris
From the brain of the glorious French creator,
She dressed up in Russian in Moscow.
Delighted on it today for the first time hearts
In Tambov! ... with the care of a lover of muses,
The theater is their union.
In the first place in the economy has always been construction (where they build, there is life, there is development). One of the main goals of creating in Tambov G.R. Derzhavin of the printing house, apparently, was the organization of construction. The organization of tenders for the selection of contractors and the dissemination of information on prices required the distribution of numerous documents, therefore, in order to reduce the number of copyist scribes at the end of 1787, a “free printing house” appeared in Tambov.
On August 24, 1786, Derzhavin wrote to N.N. Trubetskoy to Moscow:
“Merciful sir, Prince Nikolai Nikitich, most humbly in [your] lordship, I trouble you with my request to talk with Nikolai Ivanovich Novikov, does he have in his printing house one venal for printing books with all that belonging to the machine and with a sufficient number for this cast words of a civil handwriting, also does it not find surplus masters necessary for printing books who would agree to go here, and what is necessary to produce for their maintenance in a year of salary? Due to the vastness of the local province and the multitude of current affairs, there are a lot of papers that would have their own flow through the printing house; then if I see a benefit, then one camp is cheaper than maintaining a lot of empty feed clerks, I would decide to start a printing house here for the sole purpose of stationery production.
On December 22, 1786, a letter arrived in Tambov from N.I. Novikov, which said: "You demanded from Prince Nikolai Nikitich [Trubetskoy] the first accounts of the books sent to you, and the second - an approximate calculation of the printing house."
Since 1788, construction in the Tambov province began to curtail (information about the relevant auctions and contracts is rare). This activity, judging by archival documents, was in full swing from 1786 to 1787. After Derzhavin's departure from Tambov in January 1789, the publication of the newspaper ceased.
On January 13, 1703, in Russia, by decree of Peter I, the issue of the first Russian newspaper Vedomosti was published.
The first issue of the newspaper was called "Vedomosti about military and other affairs worthy of knowledge and memory that happened in the Moscow State and in other surrounding countries." The newspaper was published first in Moscow, then in St. Petersburg, while it actually did not have a permanent name - Vedomosti, Rossiyskiye Vedomosti, Vedomosti Moskovskie ...
We will devote our today's material to an important professional holiday, the Day of the Russian Press, which is celebrated annually on January 13th.
From January 1, 1870, "by the highest command" it was allowed "to arrange, in the form of an experiment, the acceptance of subscriptions to periodicals, both Russian and foreign, in post offices." In Russia, this was the first order to subscribe to periodicals. And by 1914, more than three thousand periodicals were published in Russia.
The professional holiday itself, Russian Press Day, was established by a decree of the Supreme Soviet of the RSFSR dated January 13, 1991, to replace the then-existing Soviet Press Day, celebrated on May 5.
Until 1991, this holiday was called "Press Day" and was celebrated annually on May 5th. It was installed to commemorate the release of the first issue of the mass Bolshevik newspaper Pravda on May 5 (April 22, O.S.), 1912. The first decree on the state publishing house was issued on December 29, 1917. In 1918, on the initiative of V.I. Lenin created Tsentropechat, designed to distribute all publications published in Soviet Russia.
"Pravda's subscribers were 9/10 of the workers," wrote N.K. Krupskaya, who made a map of the distribution of Pravda on Lenin's instructions at the end of 1913. Thanks to the mass support of the workers, Pravda published a large circulation for that time - an average of 40,000 copies, and in some months - up to 60,000 copies daily.
By the Decree of the Presidium of the Supreme Council of the Russian Federation of December 28, 1991, the holiday became known as the "Day of the Russian Press" and is celebrated annually on January 13.
Today Russia is engulfed in media fever. In terms of growth rates, the press market in Russia is second only to similar markets in India and China. However, the quantitative growth of the print media in Russia, according to experts, is not accompanied by an adequate increase in circulation and sales. From 2001 to 2004, even the most well-known publications reduced circulation, the number of readers of the daily press during this time fell from 4.2 to 3.4 million people. In the last two years, the situation has somewhat stabilized, and the total print media audience has even increased, mainly due to entertainment publications.
One of the acute problems of the Russian newspaper market is the predominance of non-market mechanisms on it. Up to 90% of Russian newspapers are subsidized by government agencies and private investors who treat publications as a political resource and do not require them to pay back. The profession of a journalist in Russia in the conditions of rapid market development is one of the most demanded, while remaining one of the most dangerous. According to the Committee for the Protection of Freedom of Tin and the Rights of Journalists, more than 300 journalists have been killed in Russia over the past 15 years, most of the crimes have not yet been solved.
celebration
On January 13, on the day of their professional holiday, the Day of the Russian Press, the most talented representatives of the domestic mass media are traditionally honored as winners of annual awards.
On this day, the awards of the government of the Russian Federation in the field of print media are annually presented, as well as the presentation of grants aimed at supporting the most significant projects of young and creative journalists. The Government Prize has been awarded since 1997.
In Russia in 2009, approximately 47,000 newspapers and magazines were registered, half of which are published regularly. In the same year, the number of new projects in publishing houses and on TV channels doubled.
Media concept
The media have recently been considered not so much as a means of communication, through which information is transmitted from person to person or masses of people, but in the guise of an institution of democracy that protects the interests of the individual, society and the state.
Such an emphasis is primarily due to the need for additional support for such social values as freedom of expression and belief, political and ideological pluralism, freedom of thought and speech, etc., which are guaranteed by the Constitution of the Russian Federation.
The approach to the media as a kind of spokespersons and tools for obtaining and disseminating socially significant information is reflected in the Law of the Russian Federation "On the Mass Media", which develops and concretizes the principle of freedom of the mass media, enshrined in Part 5 of Art. 29 of the Constitution of the Russian Federation. This Law is basic in the field of legal regulation of relations arising from the organization of the activities of the media, their relations with citizens and organizations, the procedure for disseminating mass information.
Mass media means a periodical printed publication, a radio, television or video program, a newsreel program, or another form of periodical dissemination of mass information.
media today
In the modern period of the development of Russian society, the successful solution of political, economic and social problems increasingly depends on the action of such a subjective factor as the social activity of the individual. Mass media play an important role in shaping activity. The growing role of the press, radio and television in the public life of the country is evidenced by their rapid growth, prevalence and accessibility of mass media. The printed and spoken word, the television image are capable of reaching the most remote areas in the shortest possible time, penetrating into any social environment.
Media Importance
The mass media is a powerful force of influence on people's consciousness, a means of quickly delivering information to different parts of the world, the most effective means of influencing a person's emotions, capable of convincing the recipient in the best possible way. This is especially clear in relation to the electronic media. With the expansion of technical capabilities, their role increases. And in terms of emotional impact on the feelings and consciousness of people, they remain unsurpassed so far and collect the largest audience.
The effectiveness of the media is inextricably linked with taking into account the needs of people, their increased social, spiritual and political needs. At the same time, it is necessary to distinguish between the concepts of information needs and thematic interests of the audience. Information needs are social in nature and are determined primarily by the content and structure of a person's daily activities, including the objective characteristics of his professional and social activities. Thematic interests depend on the content of the information offered and on situational socio-psychological factors (such as popularity, relevance, prestige of certain topics, persons, phenomena, etc.). Some information about the information needs of the audience can be obtained through a survey. The survey gives only a picture of the thematic interests of the audience. It must be supplemented with an analysis of the nature of the role activities of representatives of various groups of the population in work, in the sphere of social and spiritual life, in everyday life and in the family.
Day of the Russian Press is a professional holiday for workers in the periodical press, the media, and journalists. The celebration is attended by employees of periodicals in print and electronic media: journalists, writers, editors, proofreaders, publishers and support staff. Teachers, students and graduates of specialized educational institutions join the celebration.
In 2020, Russian Press Day is celebrated on January 13 and takes place at the official level 29 times.
The essence of Press Day is to honor the work of people who work in the field of printing and journalism.
The holiday coincides with the presentation of awards, certificates of honor, the allocation of grants and scholarships. The media broadcast programs dedicated to workers in the information industry. People involved in the holiday arrange informal events with colleagues, close friends and relatives.
The date is timed to coincide with the release in 1703 of the first issue of the Vedomosti newspaper. The printed edition was established by the decree of Peter the Great as one of the tools for informing about reforms, their support and distribution in the Russian Empire.
Holiday traditions
The best workers of periodical print and electronic publications receive government awards, certificates of honor, and valuable gifts. The ceremony of awarding the laureates of the prize of the Russian government in the field of media is timed to coincide with this date. On this day, grants, scholarships are allocated, funding for promising projects in the field of printing is approved. Television and radio stations broadcast programs dedicated to media workers and the history of the information industry.
After official events, press workers arrange corporate parties and banquets, where they accept congratulations from colleagues, close friends and relatives.
Task for the day
Ask what periodicals (newspapers, magazines) are published in your city.
- There are 83,352 registered media outlets in the Russian Federation (Roskomnadzor data as of February 17, 2016). The largest share falls on magazines (37%) and newspapers (28%).
- Russian media are published in 102 languages.
- The most popular newspaper in the world is the national Japanese newspaper The Yomiuri Shimbun. This publication is read by 10 million people daily.
- In the 19th century, the publishing house "The Old Farmer's Almanac" gained wide popularity in America. Its content was articles on farming, and the main feature is soft paper and a hole in the upper right corner. After reading, it was hung on a nail in the toilet and used as toilet paper.
- In the media there is a definition of a gonzo journalist. These people write articles in the first person and pay great attention to their own attitude towards the event described. It is believed that gonzo journalism is one of the best methods of mass propaganda.
- Publications that tell about scandals and fictional facts are called "yellow press". This wording is believed to have originated after Joseph Pulitzer published a comic book in the New-York World in 1896. The newspaper was black and white, and the protagonist of the story was painted yellow. The comic fell in love with readers and began to be popular.
toasts
“Congratulations on the Day of the Russian Press and I wish you the best news and good news, funny plots and happy stories, full coverage of all ongoing events and the most reliable information in your hands.”
“Let's raise a glass to the professional holiday of the press workers. Without you, we won't see any books, magazines, or newspapers. The world would have lost a priceless acquisition. Your contribution to society is great, you create a history that is passed down from generation to generation. Be happy, live in honor. Let the work and love invested in each edition pay off in full. Happy holiday to you!
“Dear publishers, I raise a glass to your professional holiday and wish that information is obtained easily and without extremes, there is less dirt in it, and publications sold out to the last copy. Inspiration, courage, success, grateful readers and generous sponsors.”
Presents
Writing supplies. A note book, fountain pen, pencil holder, paper sticker set or writing desk set will serve as an excellent themed gift for the holiday.
Gadget. A portable keyboard, a battery for charging gadgets or a computer mouse, a flash drive, a voice recorder, will serve as a useful and practical gift from the category of electronics.
Commemorative souvenir. A memorable souvenir in the form of a figurine, key chain or mug in a professional design will be an interesting and pleasant present. An unusual option can serve as an old typewriter.
Picture frame. Many employees keep photos of family members, friends, or pets on their desks. The original stylish frame will be an excellent gift option and decorate the workplace.
Contests
Lefty
The participants of the competition are divided into two teams and choose a captain. The captain is given the task to depict the text of a song, the plot of a film or a book on canvas in an artistic form. For work, the captains must use only the left hand (for left-handers - the right). The team that completes the task the fastest wins.
Wall newspaper
The contestants are divided into teams. Each team is given a stack of magazines or newspapers, scissors, whatman paper, glue. In the allotted time, each of the teams must make a wall newspaper on an original topic: “Vacation into space”, “Blondes driving”, “Corporate parties and alcohol”. After completing the work, the teams will present their wall newspaper. The most unusual and humorous entry wins.
Category: horoscope
To conduct the competition, it is necessary to prepare cards with the names of the signs of the zodiac in advance. Each contestant in turn pulls out a card and tries to compose an original holiday horoscope. The victory in the competition goes to the most creative participant.
About the profession
The most important and in-demand professions in publishing are publishers, journalists, editors. Specialists ensure the publication of books, magazines, collections, almanacs and newspapers on paper and digital pages. Belonging to the field of book publishing in Russia is determined by the state standard GOST 7.60-2003 “Editions. Main types. Terms and Definitions". Those wishing to work in this type of media should be educated in a specialized educational institution.
This holiday in other countries
The editorials were received from the head of the district Sergey Firstkov, deputies of the State Duma Alexey Tkachev and Natalia Kostenko, District Attorney Sergei Plahotniuc, Chairman of the Union of Vyselkovskaya CCI Nikolay Teplukhin, as well as from many of our readers.
Among the latest victories and achievements of our team is the first place in the All-Russian competition "Golden Fund of the Press": three newspapers of the Krasnodar Territory were awarded the Golden Badge of Distinction ("Novorossiyskiy Rabochiy", "Tuapse Vesti" and "Vlast Sovetov").
We are proud of the redesign of the newspaper's official website, which provides up-to-date information about the life of the region every day.
In the near future, we will sum up the results of the 2017 project "Clean Yard", dedicated to the Year of Ecology in Russia, and announce the names of the winners, our dear readers.
In 2017, our publication received a prestigious award in Moscow for socially significant projects in the newspaper and the desire to unite fellow countrymen for good deeds. The editor of the newspaper Svetlana Pisarenko became the editor of the year in 2017, the award was presented to her by representatives of the Federation Council.
But we consider the most important achievement to be the preserved circulation of the printed edition - 6000 copies, which indicates the reader's trust in our newspaper, and this is the most important thing in our daily work.
Editor-in-Chief Svetlana Pisarenko presented the Golden Badge of Distinction to many employees of the team and thanked her colleagues for conscientious work and initiative work, for interesting projects and useful materials in the newspaper, for everyone’s contribution so that the Vlast Sovetov newspaper continues to come to its reader under motto "Good news - in every home!".
The holiday was not complete without guests! A joyful event for the creative team was the meeting with the junkors "Silver Pen" of the village of Novomalorossiyskaya (we thank the director of the school Igor Grebenyuk for the bus provided for the children to travel to the regional center, as well as Olga Aleksutkina, the head of the junkors club, who organized this meeting).
The schoolchildren visited the editorial museum and learned that the Vlast Sovetov newspaper used to be called Stalinets, then Dzerzhinets. The modern name of the media newspaper bears worthily for 55 years.
The guys talked with curiosity with the editor and journalists of the newspaper, wondered why we chose this particular profession and clarified how to become a JOURNALIST?
Our plans for 2018 include many meetings with juniors, in the "creative kitchen" we will analyze the rules of newspaper style, genre originality of the media and we will definitely consolidate the knowledge gained in a new children's creative project.
Until then, see you on May 5th. The collective intends to celebrate the day of Kuban journalism with veterans of production and friends of the newspaper. This year, the "Kuban pen" will be 155 years old.
Kira Minaeva.
The Day of the Russian Press is a professional holiday for workers of publishing houses, printing houses, the media and the correspondents themselves - is celebrated in Russia annually, on January 13th. In 1991, he was approved by the Presidium of the Supreme Council of the RSFSR
Employees of publishing houses of periodicals and various media can be proud of their professional holiday on this day. The history of the memorable date goes back to 1703, when, thanks to the wave of a pen in hand Peter I, on January 12, a decree was issued that marked the beginning of the publication of the first Russian newspaper “ Vedomosti". By the way, Peter I himself was the author of many articles and the editor of several issues. In the course of further transformations, the newspaper “ Sankt-Peterburgskie Vedomosti”, which on this day, January 13, 2018, celebrates its 290th anniversary.
Initially, several centuries ago, narrow sheets of paper glued together represented what we today call a newspaper. The text was arranged in columns and could be several meters long. The main purpose of the first samples of newspapers was to timely inform the sovereign and the court about events of national importance, about what changes were taking place abroad, and about the course of battles.
More than three centuries have already passed since the time of the Petrine era, and the phenomenon of “newspaper” itself has long ceased to be a rarity. The process of collecting information, printing and distributing newspapers has experienced many cardinal changes in the course of its development and formation. In the past, newspaper printers used the linotype to type cast lead letters. Printing plates made of rare alloys are now used, the image from which, with the least loss in quality, is transferred to paper.
It is important to note the ideological component of the press in different periods of history. One of the first regulators of the press was the decree on the press, adopted in 1917, which ensured the stability of the information space of the Soviet Union, limiting the freedom of the press to the primacy of the ideology of communism. The press at that time was one of the most powerful weapons in the hands of the Communist Party.
In the mid-1980s, a new stage in the development of the press began. The main achievement of perestroika was glasnost and adopted laws that ensure freedom of the press and speech. Glasnost ensured the development of the press in the period from 1985 to 1991, and despite the fact that many printing houses still remained under the control of the CPSU, it changed significantly.
In the early 1990s, many labeled the press as the 4th branch of government. Today, activities related to printing are carried out in accordance with a set of legal relations and norms. Journalism, as a social institution, enters into relations with other subjects on the basis of laws and legal acts existing in a given society.
To date, over 51,000 print media have been registered in Russia. This suggests that, despite the introduction of information technology, people still need to read paper publications. Many print publications, under the influence of declining demand, are becoming more elitist or changing their format. The variety of publications in our country includes analytical, news, entertainment publications, the "yellow" press and a whole galaxy of copies, and newspapers of journalistic investigations. The Nasha Versiya newspaper remains a prominent representative of the investigative publication. Despite the enormous changes in the life of society, its "digitization" and other obstacles, the print market is still here and continues to develop.
Congratulations, dear colleagues!
