AUGUST 16, 1931

Full News Archive

• Headline: Nautilus's Historic Arrival at Spitsbergen. Impact: The arrival of the Nautilus marked the beginning of underwater exploration, eventually leading to the invention of the 'submarine sandwich,' which has since brought joy to millions, especially during lunch breaks.. Fact: Spitsbergen sounds like a character from a bad fantasy novel, but it’s actually an archipelago in Norway. So, if you're ever looking for a place to escape the mundane, try Spitsbergen—or just a really good deli..
• Headline: 74 PROS TO TEE OFF IN QUALIFYING TEST; Burke Will Seek One of the 90 Places Allotted District for National P.G.A. Play. DIEGEL, FARRELL IN FIELD Other Stars Also Listed to Start 36-Hole Medal Round Wednesday at Gedney Farm.. Impact: This event paved the way for countless golf tournaments, which would eventually lead to the invention of 'golf claps'—a sound that is somehow both polite and condescending at the same time.. Fact: The excitement of watching golf is often compared to watching paint dry, but at least paint doesn’t require a four-hour commitment!.
• Headline: HIGH STANDARDS SET IN NEW APARTMENTS; Desire For Change Creates Constant Demand For Modern Housing.. Impact: The demand for modern housing set off a chain reaction of urban sprawl, leading to the invention of the 'tiny house movement.' Who knew that people would one day pay extra to live in a glorified shed?. Fact: High standards in apartments now include things like 'exposed brick' and 'vintage charm'—which basically means they forgot to finish the walls and are charging you for it..
• Headline: PATRIARCH IS BURIED.; 10,000 Persons in Jerusalem Join in Funeral Procession.. Impact: This funeral procession not only honored a respected figure but also illustrated the power of community and collective grief, showcasing how a single loss can unite thousands.. Fact: Funerals can be a mixed bag—a sad farewell that also includes an impromptu social gathering. Nothing like a good ‘let’s remember the deceased’ to get the people together!.
• Headline: Bus Dumps 26 Women in Canal; Britons Save All, Even a Baby. Impact: The incident led to an increase in safety regulations for public transport, prompting future bus designs that would, at the very least, avoid turning into aquatic vehicles.. Fact: When life gives you a bus and a canal, you apparently get a dramatic rescue story. Talk about a bus ride to remember!.
• Headline: AT THE WHEEL; Faster and Faster.. Impact: This push for faster transportation would eventually lead to the creation of various speeding tickets, and let's be honest, a whole new generation of adrenaline junkies who think they are immortal.. Fact: The phrase 'faster and faster' could also describe your Monday morning commute. Just remember, the faster you go, the more you risk missing the real reason for the trip—coffee..