The story of a newspaper

This sequential art piece visually chronicles the rich and tumultuous history of the South China Morning Post, a newspaper that has served as a vital barometer of daily life in Hong Kong for over a century. From its founding in 1903 by Chinese patriot Tse Tsan-tai and veteran newspaperman Alfred Cunningham, the Post embarked on a mission to champion enlightened governance and provide dependable journalism in southern China.

A detailed comic-style illustrated newspaper page celebrating the 115th anniversary, titled "The story of a newspaper." It features various historical events, protests, natural disasters, and significant moments in Hong Kong's history, with illustrations complemented by descriptive text. The layout includes scenes of journalists, political figures, protests, wartime events, and cityscapes, capturing over a century of history with colorful artwork and storytelling.

The first edition, from 2018, features 38 illustrated panels. Were more editions with new updates.

A man walking up stairs near a tall column with the word 'OYST' on it, smoking a pipe, holding a suitcase in one hand and a suit jacket in the other.
A street scene in Chinatown with people walking, including a person holding a newspaper and speaking loudly, and others in traditional and modern clothing. The street is lined with colorful signs in Chinese characters and buildings with awnings.

Opening scene of this story. It is 1903, and two enterprising friends set up a new English-language newspaper. Their mission is to be the voice of China’s growing idealism and progress. The South China Morning Post is born on November 6.

Colorful newspaper spread titled 'South China Morning Post' with illustrations and articles about various events and topics, including protests, military activity, and international scenes, laid out on a wooden table.

Print spread page for the 115 years aniversary

Visit SCMP’s graphics arcade to read the print story

GRAPHIC
A soldier in uniform standing behind a man working on an old-fashioned typewriter in an office. The office has papers on the desk and a sign in the background reading 'South Ch'.
A large crowd of people protesting, holding signs and raising fists, with some shouting or expressing anger.
Illustration of a coastal scene with large waves crashing against buildings and piers during a storm. Buildings on the left side are being affected by the storm, and there is a boatwreck in the water on the right side.

Have a look at the online project at the South China Morning Post.

ONLINE GRAPHIC

All the illustrations and graphics shown in this link are under ©South China Morning Post.

People celebrating with beers in a bar, reading a newspaper about South China.

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