Breakthroughs and everyday innovations from the year.
The Sounds of
The biggest hits of the year β Top 10 Pop & Country chart toppers
HEADLINES ON November 19, 1934
Full News Archive
- Headline: Gasparri's Peace Initiative of 1934. Impact: This event sparked a movement so powerful that a century later, we still can't stop arguing about the best way to achieve world peaceβspoiler alert: itβs not through peace treaties, but through social media debates.. Fact: Did you know that the only thing more powerful than peace influences is the amount of coffee consumed during peace talks?.
- Headline: Militant Church Advocates Reform in 1934. Impact: The urgent call to fight corruption led to a great awakening that eventually made people realize that perhaps not all of their money should go to the collection plateβthanks, Seabury.. Fact: Fun fact: Most of the church's fights against greed have been conducted over brunch, where the mimosas flow like the moral high ground..
- Headline: Surge in Canadian Exports to Britain. Impact: This surge in exports may have paved the way for Canada's current reputation as the go-to place for anything maple-flavoredβbecause who doesn't love syrup?. Fact: Did you know that Canada exports more maple syrup than any other country? Itβs like theyβre trying to bribe the world with breakfast..
- Headline: GEBAUER-FULNEGG, 33, CHEMIST, GAS VICTIM; Former Teacher at Princeton and Northwestern Dies of Effects of Experiment.. Impact: The tragic death of Gebauer-Fulnegg led to stricter safety regulations in laboratories, which ironically made the phrase 'science is dangerous' far less fun to say.. Fact: In the realm of chemistry, it's often said that the greatest experiments come with the greatest risksβlike trying to mix baking soda and vinegar in your kitchen..
- Headline: NEW ART EXHIBITS OFFER WIDE RANGE; Modern Museum is Presenting Work of 100 Painters, Sculptors, Architects. OLD MASTERS AT KEPPEL'S Venetian Paintings of 1600-1800 at Durlacher Brothers -Southern Art Displayed.. Impact: The eclectic mix of art styles led to the birth of the modern hipster, who insists that they 'discovered' obscure artists before they were coolβan ongoing legacy.. Fact: Did you know that the term 'modern art' is just a fancy way of saying 'I could do that, but I didn't'?.
- Headline: VARYING CODE DECISIONS.; Statutory Court Ruling on Used Cars Binding in This District.. Impact: The court's ruling on used cars sparked a nationwide debate about the ethics of car sales, leading to countless late-night infomercials promising 'honest, reliable vehicles'βspoiler: they weren't.. Fact: Did you know that buying a used car is like dating? You have to check for hidden issues and sometimes you just have to trust your gut..
- Headline: CANISIUS VANQUISHES NIAGARA ELEVEN, 14-6; Wins Last Game Before 10,000 to Annex New York State Little Three Title.. Impact: This victory not only solidified Canisiusβs reputation but also buried the hopes of the Niagara Elevenβwho now spend their weekends reminiscing about glory days that were never truly glorious.. Fact: Did you know that sports rivalries are basically just an excuse for grown adults to yell at each other in public? Go team!.
- Headline: DR. BERG DECRIES INCONSTANT FAITH; To Some Persons It Means No More Than a Spray of Rose-water, He Says. RESPECTS THE BELIEVERS He Asserts That They Inspire Others and Their Ways Should Be Adopted.. Impact: Dr. Berg's critique on faith inspired a wave of self-reflection about personal beliefs, leading to a cultural movement where everyone's going to therapy to figure out their 'spiritual journey.'. Fact: Did you know that faith is often compared to a Wi-Fi connection? You need to be in the right place to get a signal, and sometimes it just drops out..
Wall Street Time Machine
KMB
Kimberly-Clark
Kimberly-Clark - If you invested $1,000 in 1934, it would be worth $147,887 today (147.9x return)
IBM
IBM
IBM - If you invested $1,000 in 1934, it would be worth $205,272 today (205.3x return)