Gannett Co. reported a 9% gain in...

Gannett Co. reported a 9% gain in net earnings for the first quarter. “The newspaper and broadcast divisions posted strong gains and USA Today showed steady gains in circulation and advertising,” the company said. In the first three months of 1986, newspaper linage increased 3%, reflecting particular strength in classified advertising. Broadcast revenue advanced 33%. Outdoor advertising showed a 1% increase in revenue.