When searching any fulltext database such as Global Newsstream you may find the following strategies useful to narrow your search down to more relevant items.
- When available use the Advanced Search option -- this gives you the flexibility of doing more complex searches
- If you get too many results see if there is a way to search just the headline of an article
- If available limit your search by publication type such as articles, editorials, advertisements
- Limit your search by publication year
- Be aware of changes in language and spelling over time. Some terms used in historic newspapers are considered unacceptable or offensive now.
