APRIL 7, 1932

Full News Archive

• Headline: Tragic Hunter Dam Collapse of 1932. Impact: The tragic collapse of the Hunter Dam set off a series of safety regulations that led to the invention of inflatable life vests. Who knew a simple dam break would eventually result in people floating down rivers like colorful marshmallows?. Fact: H.A. Fleig was not only an engineer but also an amateur magician. Unfortunately, his best trick turned out to be making himself disappear forever..
• Headline: Marconi's Revolutionary Radiophone Breakthrough. Impact: Marconi's ultra-short waves revolutionized communication, but it also led to a future where people could tune into their neighbors' conversations. So remember, the next time you think your secrets are safe, there's probably a neighbor with a really good radio.. Fact: G. Marconi once tried to use his radio technology to tune into his cat's thoughts. Spoiler: It was mostly about food..
• Headline: ARMY BALLOONIST HURT.; Officer on Flight From Lakehurst Thrown From Basket in Landing.. Impact: The balloon incident inspired a new sport involving extreme landings, which somehow has now led to extreme ironing. Yes, you read that right—people ironing shirts while skydiving.. Fact: Lt. Commander E.F. Cochrane later became a motivational speaker specializing in landing safely, both physically and emotionally..
• Headline: DANUBE PARLEY SPLIT AS REICH AND ITALY OPPOSE FRENCH PLAN; Division on Tariff Preferences at Outset of 4-Power Session Dims Hope of Quick Accord. LONDON SUPPORTS PARIS But Grandi Calls for a Joint Meeting With Affected States and Inclusion of Bulgaria. GERMANY WOULD ADD MORE Von Buclow Hints at the Exclusion of Czechoslovakia -- Finds Proposal Inadequate to Revive Trade. DANUBIAN PARLEY IS SPLIT AT OUTSET. Impact: The split at the Danube Parley eventually resulted in a series of diplomatic mishaps that could only be compared to a game of musical chairs where everyone ends up in the wrong seat. Talk about a diplomatic disaster!. Fact: The meeting was so chaotic that the delegates considered a 'dance-off' to settle disputes. Spoiler alert: France won, but only after a questionable tango..
• Headline: BUREAU OF GUIDANCE FOR CHILDREN OPENS; Dr. George J. Ryan Says Need for It Has Been Increased by Economic Conditions.. Impact: The opening of the Bureau of Guidance for Children may have led to a future where kids could actually receive guidance on how to avoid adulting. It’s a shame they don’t offer a course on how to dodge taxes.. Fact: Dr. George J. Ryan once tried to guide children on how to avoid broccoli, but the results were less than stellar..
• Headline: CAPPER FOR BOYCOTT AS KELLOGG PACT AID; Senate Resolution Also Asks Hoover to Call Parley for Defining Obligations. STIMSON HEARD ON COURT Committee Gets Views on Protocol -- Hope for a Vote at This Session Is Fading. CAPPER SUGGESTS 'TEETH' FOR PACT. Impact: The Capper boycott suggestion resulted in a prolonged debate that ultimately caused a ripple effect of every senator holding their breath until they turned blue. Spoiler: They couldn’t hold it that long.. Fact: Capper was known to bring donuts to the Senate floor, proving that even politics can be sweetened up, at least temporarily..
• Headline: 57 STILL ELIGIBLE IN BELMONT STAKES; Three D's Stock Farm Tops List With Five -- 445 Originally Named for Race. COE HAS NOMINATED FOUR Masked Knight, Osculator, Laughing Queen and Polonaise Entered -- Top Flight Not Included.. Impact: The Belmont Stakes eligibility announcement led to a future where horse names became increasingly ridiculous. Today, we have horses with names like 'Gluten-Free Muffin' competing for the triple crown.. Fact: Three D's Stock Farm was originally named for their three dogs, who were terrible at racing but fantastic at photobombing victory photos..
• Headline: 300 INVESTORS RUSH TO TRIAL OF PARTOS; Police Called to Clear Court House of Volunteer Witnesses Mysteriously Summoned. POST CARDS SENT TO THEM Jury Completed in Theft Case of Head of Bankrupt Drug Chain and His Accountant.. Impact: The chaotic court case of Partos and Laskey became a cautionary tale for future investors, leading to the establishment of 'Investing for Dummies' books and seminars. The phrase 'too good to be true' became the unofficial motto.. Fact: The 300 volunteer witnesses ended up forming a support group called 'Investors Anonymous' to cope with their collective poor decisions..