Sample LinkMPA History dates of interest 

July 12, 1808 - Missouri's first newspaper was founded in St. Louis (Missouri Gazette)

May 16, 1867 - Missouri Press Association was founded.

1966  - MPA Newspaper Print Shop Museum was opened on Main Street in the historic village of Arrow Rock. 

1984 - Missouri Press Foundation was started.

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