PRINT/MICROFORM
Basic Format
Author’s name. "Title of article." Title of newspaper Date of publication, Edition information: Page information (add a "+" if article continues on subsequent pages).
An Article in a Newspaper (with author)
Zuckerman, Gregory. "Sears Suitor Faces a Tough Bet." Wall Street Journal 18 Nov. 2004, Eastern ed.: C1+.
An Article in a Newspaper (anonymous)
"Esterline to Buy Maker of Electrical Gear." New York Times 10 July 2004, late ed.: C4.
ELECTRONIC
Basic Format
Author’s name. "Title of article." Title of newspaper Date of publication. Date of access <URL>.
An Article in a Newspaper (with author)
Achenbach, Joel. "America's River." Washington Post 5 May 2002. 20 May 2002 <http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A13425-2202May1.html>.
An Article in a Newspaper (anonymous)
"Networks Seek Familiarity, Stability." AP Online 20 May 2002. 20 May 2002 <http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/arts/AP-TV-New_Season.html>.
If your source does not appear in this guide or for further information or examples, consult the MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers (Call Number: Ref LB2369 .G53 2003) available in the Ready Reference Collection at the Information Desk or in the Reference Collection. You can also refer to the Instruction Office's list of resources; we specifically recommend Purdue's Online Writing Lab (OWL). You can also contact the SIUE Writing Center or visit MLA's site.