Historical clue formulations

• It has rules for writing — 2016-09-17
• It has rules for writers — 2015-03-28
• Something to scribble on — 2013-10-07
• Reporter's aid — 2011-09-29
• Steno's staple — 2008-12-09
• Reporter's purchase — 2006-02-26
• Reporter's item — 2005-11-25
• Need for taking 9-Down — 2003-11-08
• Reporter's need — 2001-03-10
• Tablet — 1996-12-26
• Office supply item — 1996-04-06
• Tablet — 1995-03-31
• Reporter's book — 1993-11-27