FEBRUARY 21, 1933

Full News Archive

• Headline: De Forest Estate Valued at Over $4 Million. Impact: If only the widow had known, she could have invested that $210,000 in Bitcoin and become a millionaire instead of just a grieving spouse. The butterfly flaps its wings, and suddenly the entire cryptocurrency market is affected by the sins of the estate.. Fact: Did you know that $4.4 million back then would be worth over $80 million today? Just imagine how many avocado toasts that could buy!.
• Headline: Massive Still Seized in Montreal. Impact: The seizure of this record-breaking still probably led to a huge underground market for bootlegging. Who knew a few gallons of hooch could spark a decade-long speakeasy revival?. Fact: Did you know that in Canada, being caught with a still meant you were basically running a mini distillery? Talk about a high-stakes hobby!.
• Headline: The Norris Libel Case Unfolds. Impact: This suit could have sparked a whole new genre of litigation over libel, inspiring countless courtroom dramas and a few questionable reality shows. Thanks, Mrs. Norris!. Fact: Did you know that denying intent to libel is basically the legal equivalent of saying, 'I didn't mean to hurt your feelings' after trash-talking someone's haircut?.
• Headline: HANGS HIGH ABOVE STREET; Girl, Clinging to Ledge of Fif- teen-Story Window, Rescued.. Impact: If the girl hadn’t clung to that ledge, the police might not have become the heroes of the day. This event inspired a whole series of rescue missions that ultimately led to a spike in superhero movies. Thanks, girl!. Fact: Did you know that if you hang out of a fifteen-story window, your chances of being a meme skyrockets? Just ask any viral video star!.
• Headline: WILL CHECK FINANCES OF STATE WORKERS; Tremaine Also Seeks Social Status of All 30,000 Employes on the Payroll.. Impact: Investigating the social status of state workers? Sounds like a recipe for a sitcom. Imagine the hilarity that ensues when everyone finds out the janitor is actually a millionaire!. Fact: Did you know that checking the finances of state workers is basically like checking your friend’s fridge before deciding where to eat? You need to know the situation before diving in!.
• Headline: FOG DELAYS LINERS ON ARRIVAL HERE; Stuttgart and Majestic Drop Anchors for a Time -- Ferries Only Slightly Hampered.. Impact: Fog delays? More like an excuse for all those passengers to bond over their shared misery. This led to the invention of airport coffee shops, where friendships are formed over overpriced lattes.. Fact: Did you know that weather-related delays are the universe's way of telling you to make friends with strangers? Or at least get really good at scrolling through your phone!.
• Headline: Swing to Prohibition Repeal Came Suddenly After Long Fight. Impact: The sudden swing to repeal Prohibition led to a massive surge in cocktail culture. Baristas and bartenders everywhere rejoiced, paving the way for the modern mixology movement.. Fact: Did you know that Prohibition was basically the government's way of saying, 'Hey, let's see how much fun we can ruin before people start doing it anyway?'.