MAY 22, 1934

Full News Archive

• Headline: Clash in Chaco: Paraguay-Bolivia Tensions Rise. Impact: This clash sparked a series of misunderstandings that led to a bizarre fashion trend in the 90s where people wore oversized Chaco sandals believing they were part of the Chaco War. Yes, folks, the wrong kind of 'clash' can change footwear fashion forever!. Fact: Did you know that calling it a 'Paper Battle' doesn’t mean it was actually made of paper? I guess Bolivia was just trying to add some art flair to the conflict!.
• Headline: Irvington Riot Against Nazi Rally. Impact: After this mob raid, it became a popular trend for mobs to raid rallies, leading to a nationwide 'raid culture' where people would just show up uninvited to things for fun. Thank you, history!. Fact: Did you know that 'Friends of New Germany' was just a cover for 'Friends of Bad Decisions'? Because this is how you end up with 1,000 angry people showing up in Jersey..
• Headline: Chinese Officers Analyze Fascism in Berlin. Impact: The Chinese officers returned with so much enthusiasm for fascism that they accidentally inspired a new line of drill music, which led to a global dance trend. Who knew dictatorships could influence the dance floor?. Fact: Fun fact: 'Heil Hitler' shouting is not the recommended method for making friends abroad. But hey, they were just trying to fit in, right?.
• Headline: MRS. CADWALADER WINS $192,750 SUIT; Noble, Her Former Attorney, Admits Debt, but Denies Her Story of Transaction. PART OF YACHT PROCEEDS Roebling's Daughter Says She Put Up Money to Buy Seats on California Exchange.. Impact: This lawsuit ignited a national conversation about yacht financing that somehow led to an entire genre of reality television about rich people arguing over money. Thanks, Mrs. Cadwalader!. Fact: Did you know that $192,750 in the 1930s is equivalent to a small fortune today? Or just enough to buy a yacht and then argue over it later!.
• Headline: Wounded Fireman Goes Home.. Impact: This fireman’s recovery inspired a line of motivational posters that told people to 'get back up'—which was promptly ignored after the first week. Thanks for the pep talk, random fireman!. Fact: Did you know that firemen are statistically more likely to go home than your average person after a tough day? Go figure!.
• Headline: NEW LEVEL REACHED BY SOVIET PIG IRON; Production May 18 Amounted to 30,268 Tons, Exceeding Daily Plan, and Press Exults.. Impact: The surge in pig iron production led to an unexpected global pig iron race, where nations competed to see who could produce the most. Spoiler alert: it was not as exciting as it sounds.. Fact: Did you know that pig iron doesn't actually come from pigs? Shocking, I know! It’s just iron that’s really into bacon..
• Headline: 2 Indicted in Liquor Candy Ring Vending Intoxicants to Children; Two Companies Also Accused as Federal Drive Reveals Pupils Stupefied in Classes After Eating Penny Sweets--$500,000 Yearly Traffic Halted. LIQUOR CANDY RING IN SCHOOLS BARED. Impact: The exposure of the liquor candy ring led to an underground black market for candy that actually tasted good, which is still running today under the radar. Sugar and alcohol, the ultimate combo!. Fact: Did you know that selling alcohol to children is illegal? But clearly, some people thought 'liquor candy' was just a cute marketing gimmick..
• Headline: STUDENTS TO SELL ART.; League Takes Options on Some of Work on Exhibition Here.. Impact: The students’ art sale turned into a nationwide art auction craze, leading to a bizarre reality show where students competed to sell their art for outrageous prices. Because nothing says 'talent' like a good auctioneer!. Fact: Did you know that art can actually be sold? Shocking revelation, I know! Just ask any starving artist..
• Headline: ELECTION WORKER GETS 2 1/2-YEAR TERM; Judge Again Attacks 'System' in Sentencing Kantor, Aide of Tammany Leader. SHORTER SENTENCES FOR 3 Accused of Intimidation at Polls -- Delay Is Granted Pending Appeal Pleas.. Impact: This election worker's sentencing led to a sudden spike in people wanting to be election workers, thinking they’d get famous as 'the next big reality star'—too bad it didn't quite pan out.. Fact: Did you know that being an election worker can actually lead to jail time if you're not careful? Who knew democracy could be so risky?.