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In a pre-literate society, when most people were unable to read or write, the Town Crier was responsible for making sure that everyone knew of the important events. The development of reading and writing, and especially the invention of the printing press, put the town crier out of business. It was easier and more efficient to print posters or newspapers. In the 1880s through 1930's, the equivalent of the "town crier" was the newspaperboy who shouted out the headlines as "Extra!", meaning an extra lat-breaking edition of the paper.
We still have a Town Crier; his name is Matt Drudge, and he is the modern equivalent of the paperboy shouting headlines to sell papers. Every blogger in the world is doing the same job; pointing out important information that you may have overlooked.
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What is a town crier?
a town crier is someone who tells them news they dont know
When did Peter Moore - town crier - die?
Peter Moore - town crier - died on 2009-12-20.
When was Peter Moore - town crier - born?
Peter Moore - town crier - was born on 1939-08-29.
What is a town caller called?
This person was called the Town Crier. It was his job to tell the new of the day on the streets to the general public. This was before newspapers were generally available.
Hi you have a town crier and escort called tom and daphne benney honorary town crier and honorary escort town crier city of salisbury south Australia po box 31 angaston south Australia 5353?
yes you sure have
How much did you get for being a town crier?
you get millions poo
What is a bellman?
A bellman is a town crier, a bellhop, or a bellboy.
Why was the town crier important?
The town crier was important in Medieval Times because they helped the people learn about what is going on . They also helped people learn things that will be improved .
Why was a town crier important?
it help people to communicate / learn / prepare........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ ..................................................................................................................................
What is a town crier's shout?
A town crier's shout is a traditional form of communication where a person, known as the town crier, loudly announces news, proclamations, or other important information in a public setting. The distinctive loud voice and formal language used by town criers help to capture the attention of the community and spread messages effectively.
How much money did the town crier make?
Food and drink and shelter.
What do you call a person who announces an event to a village?
Town crier, mayor or council.
