Banca de QUALIFICAÇÃO: MIRIAN PENHA FRANCO

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STUDENT : MIRIAN PENHA FRANCO
DATE: 24/05/2024
TIME: 09:00
LOCAL: Banca remota - Plataforma Google-Meet
TITLE:

Between News and Power: The Role of the Alto Madeira Newspaper in the Formation of the State of Rondônia (1930-1950)

KEY WORDS:

Press; Political Power; Federal Territory of Guaporé; Rondônia

PAGES: 153
BIG AREA: Ciências Humanas
AREA: História
SUBÁREA: História do Brasil
SPECIALTY: História Regional do Brasil
SUMMARY:

This dissertation examines the significant influence of the press in the formation process of the Federal Territory of Guaporé, now known as the State of Rondônia, during Getúlio Vargas's administration. As an integral part of the Amazonas and Mato Grosso states, the region underwent intense transformations during the zenith of natural rubber production in Brazil. Notable initiatives, such as the construction of the Madeira-Mamoré Railway and the establishment of telegraphic lines connecting Mato Grosso to Amazonas, catalyzed migration and population settlement, thereby fostering the emergence of journalistic activity. This initial boost, provided at the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century, was subsequently interrupted by the economic decline of the rubber sector. The revitalization of this sector only materialized during World War II, a time when the Federal Territory of Guaporé was also established by Vargas in 1943, a period characterized by intense social and political changes, in which the local press played a fundamental mediating role. Regarding regional press, initial efforts were focused on publishing periodicals in English aimed at foreign railway workers, culminating in a series of initiatives for establishing local newspapers. However, the Alto Madeira newspaper, founded in 1917, stood out as the main communication medium during the research's focal time interval, spanning the 1930s to 1950s. Despite the recognition of Alto Madeira as a source in various historical investigations about Rondônia or Porto Velho, there is a noticeable gap in its consideration as a central object of study. The aim of this research was to analyze the role played by the Alto Madeira newspaper, particularly in its prominent coverage of major events of the time, extolling the figure of Colonel Aluízio Ferreira and dealing with the censorship of the Estado Novo, thus corroborating the governmental actions that fostered political and administrative transformations in the region. The newspaper acted as a spokesperson for central authorities and aligned itself with the dominant political and business classes, primarily rubber planters with commercial interests in rubber exploitation, functioning as a "party," according to the Gramscian concept.

Methodologically, the research was conducted from a qualitative and exploratory-descriptive perspective, through an extensive bibliographical review that included both primary and secondary sources, allowing for a deep understanding of the interactions between the press, political power, and ongoing social transformations. Critical analysis of newspaper articles and editorials enabled an assessment of media influences on local policies and the social dynamics of Rondônia. The examination of content produced by Alto Madeira highlighted its historical importance, facilitating a reflection on power relations and the sociopolitical contexts in which journalism is embedded, aiding in identifying patterns and trends that enhance the understanding of the relationships between media, society, and power. This approach can encourage deeper investigations into the theme, positioning journalism as an essential tool for studying history and understanding past events, fostering a critical view of reality. Thus, the study contributes to the debate on the role of the press in the sociopolitical context of Rondônia.

COMMITTEE MEMBERS:
Presidente - 1026320 - ANTONIO CLÁUDIO BARBOSA RABELLO
Externo ao Programa - 1548023 - SANDRO ADALBERTO COLFERAI - UNIRExterno à Instituição - LUIS FRANCISCO MUNARO - UFRR