Anbinder’s “Five Points” is a masterpiece at describing the five points of New York during the 1800’s. Although the five points were difficult in that many people were starving for food and thirst, it was a major point in New York history. Anbinder shows the change after immigrants start pouring in, doubling the size of the city. He uses these sources to prove his point:
National Police Gauzette = This is a secondary source because it is not a first hand entry such as a diary. It is reliable, yet skewed towards police views. This is obvious due to its name and its connection to obscenity. Moreover, it was run by a immigrant from Ireland, so it incorporates immigrant views as well.
O’Sullivan Diary Entry = This is a primary resource because it was written hands on by a person experiencing what she is writing about. The information could be reliable, but it would be important to disclude all information pertaining to opinion.
Times = This is a primary source because it states the prices of repairs and items during the time period mentioned. Furthermore, it is reliable because there is no bias involved and is merely information.