Banca de DEFESA: MIRIAN PENHA FRANCO

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STUDENT : MIRIAN PENHA FRANCO
DATE: 30/12/2024
TIME: 15:00
LOCAL: Banca remota - Plataforma Streamyard com transmissão no canal do youtube DHIS
TITLE:

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

KEY WORDS:

Press; Political Power; Federal Territory of Guaporé; Rondônia

PAGES: 180
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 of the Federal Territory of Guapore, now known as the State of Rondonia, during the administration of Getulio Vargas. Initially part of the states of Amazonas and Mato Grosso, the region underwent profound transformations during the peak of natural rubber production in Brazil. Landmark initiatives, such as the construction of the Madeira-Mamore Railway and the establishment of telegraphic lines connecting Mato Grosso to Amazonas, catalyzed migration and settlement, fostering the emergence of journalistic activity. This initial momentum, occurring at the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th century, was later disrupted by the economic decline of the rubber sector. The sector’s revitalization materialized only during World War II, a period marked by the creation of the Federal Territory of Guapore by Vargas in 1943, alongside significant social and political changes in which the local press played a pivotal mediating role. Regarding regional journalism, early efforts focused on publishing English-language periodicals catering to foreign railway workers, ultimately leading to various initiatives to establish local newspapers. Among these, the Alto Madeira, founded in 1917, emerged as the most prominent communication vehicle during the study's timeframe, spanning the 1930s to the 1950s. Although Alto Madeira has been recognized as a source in several historical investigations about Rondonia or Porto Velho, there is a noticeable gap in research treating it as the central subject of study. This research aims to analyze the role played by the Alto Madeira, particularly its involvement in key events of the time, its elevation of Colonel Aluizio Ferreira, and its interaction with the censorship mechanisms of the Estado Novo regime. By aligning itself with the central government’s actions, the newspaper supported political and administrative transformations in the region. Acting as a spokesperson for central authorities and aligning with dominant political and business classes, particularly rubber barons with commercial interests in the rubber trade, the newspaper functioned as a "party" in Gramscian terms. Methodologically, this study adopts a qualitative, exploratory, and descriptive approach, supported by an extensive bibliographic review encompassing both primary and secondary sources. This approach facilitated a nuanced understanding of the interactions between the press, political power, and prevailing social transformations. Critical analysis of articles and editorials from the newspaper enabled an assessment of media influences on local politics and social dynamics in Rondonia. The examination of Alto Madeira’s content underscored its historical significance, fostering a deeper reflection on power relations and the sociopolitical contexts in which journalism operated. This analysis identified patterns and trends that enhance the understanding of the relationships among media, society, and power. Such an approach may inspire further investigations on the subject, positioning journalism as an essential tool for studying history and comprehending past events while promoting a critical perspective on contemporary realities. Thus, this study contributes to the broader debate on the role of the press within Rondonia’s sociopolitical context, highlighting its function as both a mediator and an active participant in shaping historical narratives and societal developments. 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 Rondonia. 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 Rondonia.

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