In an urban setting a newspaper is usefull in many ways. The classic image is a bum sleeping under opened sheets. I've done it ( not being a bum in spite of rumours.) They can be crumpled up for additional insulation in lightweight clothing and of course as tinder. For first aid they make improvised splints and compresses. In a disaster area with heavy particulates the interior pages will provide a relatively sanitary surface. A rolled up newspaper makes for a expediant baton for self defence against two and four legged assailants.<br><br>