Abstract The Martin Tolchin papers (1955-1991) consist of 16 scrapbooks containing newspaper articles written by Tolchin between 1955 and 1989, and an addendum includes newspaper clippings of articles written between 1979 and 1991. Also included are press passes and pamphlets. Tolchin worked at the Times, first as a reporter, then as bureau chief, for 40 years.