This document contains quotes from various educational conferences and publications spanning from 1703 to 1985 commenting on students' dependence on new technologies for writing and calculation. Over time, concerns were raised about slates, paper, pen and ink, pencils, store-bought ink, fountain pens, ballpoint pens, and handheld calculators. A common theme is that each new technology was seen as detracting from important skills like preparing writing materials from raw components. The final quote suggests this pattern of criticism will likely continue with new technologies.