Project : SCOOP

by William D. Hayes

"Freedom of the press!" cried Pete, as his hilarious efforts to run the school newspaper kept running into the principal's objections. Mr. Henhauser believed in honest reporting about things like the PTA and honor roll students. Pete thought that the Funniest Man in the World, Hillbilly Higgins, and an occasional misquote, even from Mr. Henhauser, made better reading. Most of the students agreed with Pete, which was fine. it was when the paper became popular all over town that Pete's problem, and the fun, really began.

Hardcover

Published January 1, 1967

Reviews

[Chazzi · Rating 4 out of 5]

"Freedom of the Press!" Pete is serious in his efforts to keep the school newspaper up and running. Even with the obstacles that come his way.

Principal Henhauser demands honest reporting on the PTA, honour roll students and other mundane school things. Pete wants to print what the students want, such as the Funniest Man in the World coming to perform at the school, sports and all the more interesting parts of student life.

One obstacle that almost does him in is when the popularity of the paper spreads to the rest of the town, increasing circulation and demand! An incident may cause him to stop publishing due to mechanical reasons!

Pete is determined to see it through, no matter what happens. The amusing happenings make this a lively read for kids and adults alike.