MARCH 12, 1932

Full News Archive

• Headline: Appomattox Court House Memorial Designed. Impact: The Appomattox Court House memorial design became the blueprint for all future memorials, including a controversial one dedicated to the 'World's Greatest Sandwich.'. Fact: Did you know that Appomattox is now a popular destination for history buffs and sandwich enthusiasts alike?.
• Headline: Celebrating Junior Journalists' Achievements. Impact: The Junior Press competition led to a rise in youth journalism, which ultimately resulted in the first-ever 'YouTube Generation' of reporters by 2050. Thanks for the chaos, kids!. Fact: Did you know that the 'junior' part here is just a polite way of saying they’re still figuring out how to spell 'journalism'?.
• Headline: ADRIATIC IN LATE AFTER AIDING SHIP; Passengers Take Four Days' Delay in Good Spirit, Sorry They Did Not See Rescue. TRAILED COLLIER 400 MILES Relieved by Another Vessel in Gale -- Dockers Work All Night to Load Liner for Sailing Today.. Impact: The delay of the Adriatic caused a butterfly effect that led to a new law mandating that all ships carry a supply of snacks for passengers during emergencies. Because nothing says comfort like stale crackers.. Fact: Did you know that four days in the 1920s felt like an eternity? It's like a road trip without Wi-Fi!.
• Headline: YALE FRESHMEN HOLD FIRST PROMENADE; About 500 Persons Attend the Dance at the New Haven Lawn Club.. Impact: The Yale freshmen promenade inadvertently set off a trend of overly elaborate college dances, culminating in the infamous 'Prom Night of 2077,' where students wore costumes inspired by historical figures.. Fact: Did you know that the first promenade was just an excuse for freshmen to practice their awkward dance moves before they got too cool for school?.
• Headline: JERSEY WET STAND TOLD TO PRESIDENT; Hoover Is Silent as Kean and Barbour Present to Him Committee's Repeal Plank. DRYS SWITCH IN THE HOUSE Eaton, Perkins and Wolverton Join Rest of State Delegation, Backing Wet Resolution. JERSEY WET STAND TOLD TO PRESIDENT. Impact: Hoover's silence on the Jersey wet stand led to a national debate on alcohol that resulted in a dramatic increase in speakeasy popularity—who knew being quiet could be so impactful?. Fact: Did you know that 'wet' was code for 'let's party' back then? Good luck explaining that to your grandma!.
• Headline: 50 Tears of French Painting.. Impact: The exhibition on 50 years of French painting sparked a cultural renaissance that led to the rise of modern art critics who still can't figure out what art is, but love to argue about it.. Fact: Did you know that Renoir was basically the influencer of his time? #ImpressionismWasntJustAMood..
• Headline: New Design For Roosevelt Arch Approach Omits Esplanade to Assure Park Harmony; OPPOSE ESPLANADE AT ROOSEVELT ARCH. Impact: The new design for the Roosevelt Arch approach led to a series of architectural debates that eventually created a cult of 'arch-enthusiasts' who camp out to witness the unveiling of every new structure.. Fact: Did you know that omitting the esplanade was a radical move? It was like saying, 'We could have had a promenade, but we chose chaos instead.'.
• Headline: Action by the League.; 19 POWERS NAMED TO SEEK PEACE. Impact: The formation of the League of Nations caused a ripple effect that eventually led to the invention of the 'Peace Prize' which, ironically, had nothing to do with actual peace for decades.. Fact: Did you know that 19 powers trying to seek peace is like having 19 chefs in the kitchen? Spoiler alert: it ends in chaos..
• Headline: Justice Taylor to Rockland Bench.. Impact: Justice Taylor's temporary transfer to the Rockland bench turned into a political soap opera that made headlines for decades—who knew judges could be so dramatic?. Fact: Did you know that judges getting shuffled around is basically the adult version of being picked last for dodgeball?.