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New York City Newspapers at The New York Public Library: Request in Advance

How to Place Requests

First, view the catalog record and check item location. 

If the item is listed as offsite:
Click on "Request for On-site Use" for the item. 
You can request a scan if you have a citation with a page number. 

If listed as at SASB or Schwarzman Building:
Two or more days ahead, please use this form: Advance Request of Research Material
In less than two days, please email us.  

Request in the Library
Requests can also be placed in the Rose Main Reading Room, room 315. Delivery time is about an hour. We recommend requesting in advance.

After items arrive, they are held for two weeks.

Please email us if you have questions or need assistance.