Gotham Memoirs: 1-5 Interview

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I need work if I'm to survive in New York. But news spreads fast in the industry and my job search does not go smoothly. Will I do well at the job interview with the Gotham Times?

Info

• Style:
• Event Logs: 45 dollars, "The Great Gatsby", 24th Street, Ford, Taxes, "Interviews, Writing, Editing, Commentaries"
• Recommended: Pro Reporter, Public Interest
• Perfect Score: ~1,500
• Rewards: 3,000 , 3 Reader's Coupons, Team Spirit, Blueprint: Exclusive Report, 1 Gift Material, 1 Crafting Material

To unlock "Meet with Edmund" : You have to play 1-2, 1-4, then in 1-5 you can meet with Davis. You have to have written about the hospital in 1-2.

To unlock "First meeting with Edmund" : You have to play 1-2, 1-4, then in 1-5 you can meet with Davis for the first time. You have to have written about the mad woman in 1-2.

Dialogue Choices

Kane: What principles should reporters hold most dear?

• Truthfulness, Objectivity, Independence
  • Kane's Goodwill will rise
• Sensationalism, Subjectivity, Compromise
  • Obtain Ending: Inheriting the Farm

Kane: Should the private affairs of public figures be published for public entertainment?

• Yes
  • No change
• No
  • Kane's Goodwill will rise

Kane: In other words, must news reports abide by so-called morals and ethics?

• Ethically Seek the Truth
  • Kane's Goodwill will rise
• Make Use of Informants
  • No change
• Use Any Means
  • No change

Transcript

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• Mrs. Johnson: Your rent is due, Miss Colvin. It's 45 dollars this month.

• You: I just lost my job, Mrs. Johnson. Could I...

• Mrs. Johnson: Miss Colvin. I know you are not a local, like my other tenants.

• Mrs. Johnson: But I thought a graduate form an elite college would be different from those paupers.

• Mrs. Johnson: Was I wrong?

• You: I... Don't worry. I just need to get the money I placed elsewhere. I'll pay you by tonight, I promise!

• Mrs. Johnson: Since this is the first time, I'll come back tonight.

• Mrs. Johnson: If you can't pay then, I'll have to terminate your tenancy immediately. This is your only warning.

• You: I'll have the money.

• You: I think there's some money in my room...

• You: ...Oh right! I also hid ten dollars in "The Great Gatsby"!

• You: I can pay the rent, but I'll have to go hungry for the days ahead.

• To think, I'm still going hungry in this "modern times"...
• You: I'd better look for a job to fulfill my reporter dream and to put food on the table.

• 24th Street has always been a mecca for news reporters.
• The Mandarin Daily, the New York Global, the New York Express, the Big Apple Post, and so on... All their headquarters are here.
• You: My degree and experience probably won't get me a job as a full-time editor.

• You: But it should be more than enough for an intern editor.

• Secretary: I'm sorry, Miss Colvin. Our Editor-in-Chief says he does not know you.

• Secretary: Thank you for coming, but we are not hiring right now.

• You: But he gave me this business card at the party last night...

• Secretary: You must be mistaken. And to avoid further issues the Editor has kept the business card you provided.

• You: I...

• Secretary: If there's nothing else, I have to attend to other visitors.

• New York Global: I'm sorry, we have no vacancies at the moment.

• New York Express: We don't hire female reporters.

• Big Apple Post: We only hire reporters of caliber.

• ......: ......

• Every notable newspaper publisher on 24th Street has rejected me.
• Forget and editorial position, I can't even get hired as an intern.
• You: Can I stay in the newspaper industry?Can I stay in New York City?

• I return home, dejected. While feeling down about my job search, something even more upsetting happens.

• Mrs. Johnson: Do you have the rent money, Miss Colvin?

• You: (Such great timing...)

• You: Here's your 45 dollars, Mrs. Johnson.

• Mrs. Johnson: I knew you were different from my other tenants. How is your job search going?

• You: I...

• Mrs. Johnson: Women shouldn't be working so hard. Settle down with a good man and you won't have to work for the rest of your life.

• Mrs. Johnson: An old neighbor of mine woks at Ford assembling cars. He's a local and well-to-do, but he's a bit old with kids from a previous relationship.

• Mrs. Johnson: You want to meet him? If things go well, you can stay in New York.

• You: Thank you for your concern, but I'm okay. I like being a reporter.

• Mrs. Johnson: It's your life. But since you don't currently have a job, I'll have to collect your rent weekly.

• The smile on Mrs. Johnson's face disappears, replaced by an impartial expression.
• I still plead with her.
• You: Mrs. Johnson... As you said, I'm still jobless, so money is tight right now.

• Mrs. Johnson: You've got to see where I'm coming from, too. You're not local, after all. You could up and leave at any moment.

• You: Could I pay you biweekly instead? At this time of the year, it takes a while to--

• Mrs. Johnson: I gave you a recommendation. Since you aren't keen, I'll require weekly payment.

• Mrs. Johnson: Oh right, your family called this morning. You should install a phone in your room. It's annoying having to pass you messages all the time.

• You: (Dad and Mom called? Did something happen?)

• You: I apologize, Mrs. Johnson. I'll return the call now.

• I rush to the phone booth downstairs and dial my parents

• You: In this time, I think I have to dial 0 first, then tell the operator the city and number.

• You: Sigh, calling someone in this era is so much trouble. I wonder when they'll finally get cell phones...

• You: Hello, please connect me to number 2020 at Colvin Farm, Goose Creek, Kentucky.

• Operator: Connecting you right now. Please wait a moment.

• Mom: Liz, is that you? How are you? How's work?

• You: Um...everything's going well. What about you and Dad?

• Mom: Everything's fine. Whatever money we earn goes to bank interest and taxes, but we get by.

• You: It's a vicious cycle. If there's any dip in the farm's finances, you'll be in trouble.

• Mom: It can't be helped. Taxes have been rising sharply. We'd be bankrupt if we didn't take up a mortgage form the bank.

• Mom: But enough of this talk. How have you been?

• Mom: You know you can come home anytime you want. Your dad and I are waiting for you to take over the farm.

• Dad: Tell her to come back soon. What's so great about big cities anyway!

• Mom: Ignore him. He's just trying to be funny. You know we support you.

• You: Thank, Mom. I'll be fine...

• Talking to my parents gives me the strength to push on. Whatever the circumstances, they'll be there for me.
• Even if I can't join a big newspaper, there are dozens of small ones in New York. There must be a place fo me in one of them.

• The Next Day

• If 24th Street is a newspaper mecca, 25th Street is the razed city of the news industry.
• Journalism graduates wouldn't be caught dead here... unless they can't hack it on 24th Street, of course.
• You: If my former schoolmates or colleagues ever find out I came to 25th Street, they would mock me.

• World Post: It's tough getting a scoop at a small newspaper like ours. We don't want female reporters.

• You: I've been a field reporter before. I'm not afraid of hard work.

• Big Apple Daily: We do need someone for a housewives column. You can start right away.

• You: What kind of articles would I be writing?

• Big Apple Daily: You wouldn't. You'll be looking through letters from the housewives and selecting housekeeping tips to publish.

• You: I'm a reporter. Do you have a reporting job for me?

• NY Forum: We can't take on any more reports, but someone as pretty as you would be perfect for the advertising department.

• NY Forum: Advertising provides the most revenue for newspapers, after all. "News is just the filler between the advertisements."

• You: Thank you, but I prefer to work on the news...

• I've combed the entirety of 25th Street, and visited every news firm... except this one...
• This archaic building only has two floors. It stands out starkly from the surrounding skyscrapers.
• The march of time has had little effect on the building. It reeks of old age...
• You: It's way too old... but the Gotham Times is here.

Meeting Davis for the first time

• ???: May I assist you, lovely lady?

• You: Nice to meet you. Is this the Gotham Times?

• ???: That's right. I'm Edmund Davis, a reporter here.

• You: I'm Elizabeth Colvin

• You: I would like to inquire if your paper is hiring reporters.

• Edmund Davis: Of course. New talent is always welcome at the Gotham Times.

• Edmund Davis: I think you'll be joining us soon enough.

• You: Really? Thank you for your encouragement...

• Edmund Davis: That sad expression doesn't do your charming face justice.

• You: It that so...

• Edmund Davis: Just head straight in. That stern and dignified middle-aged man is the Editor-in-Chief.

• Edmund Davis: I shall not take up any more of your precious time. Good luck!

Meeting Davis again

• Edmund Davis: Oh, it's the newspaper lady. What a coincidence! What are you doing here?

• You: Hah, Mr. Waste Newspaper! I should be the one asking you that.

• Edmund Davis: Let me introduce you to Gotham Times. I work here as a reporter.

• Edmund Davis: You ran off so quickly, I didn't get to introduce myself.

• Edmund Davis: My name is Edmund Davis.

• You: Elizabeth Colvin. So, these are the famous Gotham Times offices... It matches their sales, at least.

• You: I thought I could fulfill my ambitions at this place.

• You: But if they'll make you a reporter, I'd be better off going somewhere else.

• Edmund Davis: I'm sorry, Miss Colvin, I meant no disrespect. I thought it was the fashion to speak with a glib tongue.

• Edmund Davis: Our paper is in desperate need of talent. If we lost the chance to recruit you because of me, I'd feel forever guilty.

• You: Is that so? I didn't realise I was so important.

• Edmund Davis: Go in and talk to our Editor-in-Chief. I think you'll get along just fine.

• Edmund Davis: I'll head out and search for news so I won't be in your way. Have a nice chat.

• You: (Despite the smooth talking, he seems like a good person...)

• ???: This is the Gotham Times. Are you here to give us a news lead?

• You: No, I don't. At least, not yet. I would like to be a reporter for you.

• I nervously introduce myself before the editor-in-chief replies.
• You: My name is Elizabeth Colvin. I graduated from Imperial University's School of Journalism, and was previously an intern at Sun News.

• You: I infiltrated the Metropolitan Hospital, and wrote an article about it. I'm skilled in every aspect of news reporting, including interviews, writing, editing, commentaries...

• ???: I'm George Kane. Do you know anything about our newspaper, Miss Colvin?

• You: I...

• George Kane: That's fine, but I must emphasize this: our newspaper is different from the others.

• George Kane: Allow me to ask you a few questions. This is a job interview, after all.

• George Kane: What principles should reporters hold most dear?

Truthfulness, Objectivity, Independence

• You: The basic principles of news reporting is to get the facts right. We must report the truth.

• You: We must also put aside personal bias and opinion, and must withstand any temptations or threats from other parties.

• George Kane: That's right. These are the principles we must strictly adhere to.

• George Kane: Next question. Should the private affairs of public figures be published for public entertainment?

Yes

• You: Public figures have more social resources than the average person, and are already a part of public life.

• You: When it concerns the public and general interest, they should relinquish part of their right to privacy.

No

• You: We should only report on newsworthy matters of those relating to their occupation and the public interest.

• You: In addition, public figures are also citizens who have the right to full privacy.

• George Kane: Last question. How far can the press go in pursuit of the truth?

• George Kane: In other words, must news reports abide so-called morals and ethics?

Ethically Seek the Truth

• You: We must not hurt people while searching for the truth.

• You: There are always other ways to uncover the truth. We must not disregard laws and humanity for the sake of news.

• You: The goal of news reporting is to protect the public's right to know, not to exaggerate and win support.

Make Use of Informants

• You: As long as we have the right contacts, we will always be able to dig up the truth.

• You: In the modern press, insider information from relevant parties are an important part of discovering the truth.

• You: Every human has their weaknesses. As long as we understand them, anyone can be an informant and contribute to news.

Use Any Means

• You: The public has the right to know the truth. It is worth using every means necessary if it means we can ensure that right.

• You: Social consensus indicates that public interest is greater than the interest of individuals.

• You: If there is anything that harms public interest, I will uncover it even if it means breaking the law.

• George Kane: Excellent. There is no right or wrong answer to the question I just asked.

• George Kane: Your answer has shown me your attitude and the type of reporting you want to do.

• George Kane: There is not much I can help you with, but I can provide you with a chance to show your talent.

• You: Do you mean... I'm hired?

• George Kane: Yes, Miss Colvin. You can start tomorrow.

• George Kane: I hope you remember your answers today and stick to your beliefs. That is important.

• He seems to be entrusting his aspirations for the news industry to me. I, too, am starting to understand the meaning of being a reporter.
• I am fortunate to have stepped into Gotham Times today, and to have the chance to continue my journey of being a reporter.

Sensationalism, Subjectivity, Compromise

• You: In a modern time of information chaos, news must be attention-grabbing to serve its purpose.

• You: It also needs to emphasise the media's stance. We can compromise as necessary in order to reach a wider audience.

• George Kane: News must be factual and objective. It is irresponsible to compromise just for the sake of reaching more people.

• George Kane: I think you're not the reporter we need, Miss Colvin. We are done here.

• You: No, but, the industry now...

• Mr. Kane pays no heed to my panicked explanation and ushers me out of the office.
• I have used up every chance. My only option now is to return home and take over the family farm.
• The bad economy and tough farm chores weigh heavily on me. My dream of being a reporter is done, never to be entertained again...

• Among the hustle and bustle of New York, it's important to stay true to your beliefs. Only then can you achieve your dream.
• (The principles that reporters should hold dear are: truth, objectivity, and independence. Follow these principles to remain in New York.)
• Obtained ending