OCTOBER 28, 1933

Full News Archive

• Headline: French Drawings Exhibition at Brummer's. Impact: The exhibition of these drawings led to a surge in artistic appreciation, which eventually inspired a generation of hipsters to wear berets and sip overpriced lattes while discussing obscure French artists. And thus, the coffee shop art scene was born.. Fact: Did you know that many of these drawings were likely done on paper made from trees? Shocking, I know..
• Headline: Death of Sir John H. Biles. Impact: Biles' death left a significant void in naval architecture, leading to the eventual rise of amateur shipbuilders who thought they could do better, culminating in countless shipwrecks and 'unsinkable' jokes.. Fact: Sir John Biles was part of the Titanic inquiry, proving that even the best minds can miss the iceberg..
• Headline: City Court Rules on Reception Expenses. Impact: This ruling prompted cities everywhere to reevaluate their 'welcome' budgets, eventually leading to the widespread adoption of 'Welcome' mats that are now sold at discount stores. Thanks, court!. Fact: Did you know $2,071 could have bought a lot of cupcakes for all those welcoming parties? Priorities, people!.
• Headline: ANYWAY, A GOOD SHOW.; Visitor Enjoys, but Is at a Loss to De- scribe New York.. Impact: This vague review sparked a trend of tourists taking pictures of random buildings and calling it art, setting the stage for Instagram influencers everywhere.. Fact: Visitors to New York are still just as confused, but now they have smartphones to help them look lost in style..
• Headline: TALKING BACK.. Impact: This protest prompted a wave of public discourse, making it socially acceptable for people to voice their dissent—leading to the modern phenomenon of social media rants.. Fact: Talking back used to get kids grounded; now it gets you followers. Progress!.
• Headline: Agreement on Code for Copper Industry Will Be Sought at Meetings Here Monday. Impact: The quest for a copper industry code led to the establishment of numerous committees, each generating endless paperwork and coffee consumption, but ultimately achieving little—proving that bureaucracy is an art form.. Fact: Copper is essential for electrical wiring, so let's just say these meetings sparked more than a few ideas..
• Headline: CLUBWOMEN ASK AID FOR IDLE GIRLS; City Federation Votes Not to Back Any Candidate Who Fails to Take Stand. WARNS OF 'FEMALE HOBO' Sale to Help Hotel for Needy Is Announced -- Whalen Asks Support for NRA.. Impact: The campaign for idle girls eventually led to the establishment of numerous women’s shelters and support programs, which ironically made it harder for 'female hobos' to get a good night’s sleep without judgment.. Fact: The term 'female hobo' is not as charming as it sounds; it probably won’t earn you any points at a dinner party..
• Headline: 200 Subpoenas Issued In Vote Fraud Inquiry. Impact: The issuance of these subpoenas created a ripple effect of distrust in the electoral process, leading to countless conspiracy theories, and, of course, the rise of the 'I never vote' crowd.. Fact: 200 subpoenas might sound impressive until you realize that just one can ruin your weekend plans..