JUNE 24, 1930

Full News Archive

• Headline: Mexican Rail Debt Figures Released. Impact: This debt led to the creation of a secret society of accountants who believed they could time travel to erase bad financial decisions. Spoiler alert: they couldn't, and now they just work at your local bank.. Fact: Did you know that $395 million in 1920s money could buy you a small country? Or at least a really nice beach house?.
• Headline: Hoover's Record-Breaking Broadcast Month. Impact: Hoover's incessant broadcasting made him the first politician to start the trend of talking way too much, leading to the modern phenomenon of 24-hour news cycles and endless Twitter threads.. Fact: Fun fact: Hoover’s broadcasts were so boring that they’re credited with the creation of the first-ever radio sleeping pill..
• Headline: WORLD FUR CONGRESS COMMENCES IN LEIPZIG; Delegates From 23 Countries at First Meeting of Kind Hear Reich Economics Minister.. Impact: This congress inadvertently inspired a fashion revolution that led to the eventual rise of faux furs, which now dominate the runways. Who knew animal cruelty could lead to a style statement?. Fact: Did you know that the fur industry once thought they could make a pelt fashionable? Spoiler: It was a real hairy situation..
• Headline: Council Marks 30th Anniversary.. Impact: The 30th anniversary celebration sparked a global trend in celebrating everything from half-birthdays to 'I survived the last decade' parties, thus ruining the concept of meaningful anniversaries forever.. Fact: Did you know that the average person celebrates 20.3 anniversaries a year? That's almost as many as they forget!.
• Headline: Cloudburst at Angora Ruins Seven Years' Modernization. Impact: This unfortunate cloudburst not only destroyed seven years of hard work but also led to a series of motivational posters that read, 'Sometimes nature just hates your plans.'. Fact: In history, a cloudburst can often be a metaphor for sudden disaster. So, if you’re having a bad day, remember: at least it’s not a cloudburst..
• Headline: KINGSFORD-SMITH HOPS FROM IRELAND WITH 3 AIDES FOR NON-STOP FLIGHT HERE; HE RADIOES 'ALL O.K.' 4 1-2 HOURS OUT; FLIERS ATTEMPTING WESTWARD CROSSING OF ATLANTIC, AND THEIR ROUTE.. Impact: Kingsford-Smith's non-stop flight made everyone think that air travel was a piece of cake, leading to the invention of the phrase 'Are we there yet?' and the eternal suffering of parents everywhere.. Fact: Fun fact: Kingsford-Smith once radioed back to his crew, 'This is the best flight ever!' Which is ironic considering every flight since has been a mix of turbulence and screaming babies..
• Headline: REV. DR. HARRIS DIES; DEAN OF RABBINATE; For Last 47 Years Preached in Temple Israel, His Only Charge. AN EDUCATOR AND AUTHOR Wrote Popular Textbooks for Jewish Children--Also Three Volumeson "People of the Book." Pioneer in Social Service. Preached While a Student. Saw Tone of Community Change. Tributes Paid to Him. Called Gifted Spiritual Leader. An Eloquent Preacher. Factor in Judaism's Development.. Impact: Rev. Dr. Harris's passing marked a significant moment in religious leadership that prompted a renewed focus on community service, leading to the establishment of countless programs and charities that still thrive today.. Fact: Did you know that Rev. Dr. Harris was known for his ability to captivate an audience? He could make even the most stubborn congregant reconsider their life choices—now that's a talent!.