FEBRUARY 5, 1935

Full News Archive

• Headline: China Town Celebrates Lunar New Year 4639. Impact: The celebration of the Year of the Dragon sparked a worldwide fascination with dragons. This led to an explosion of dragon-themed merchandise in the 21st century, and subsequently, a global shortage of dragon-shaped piñatas. You're welcome, birthday parties.. Fact: Did you know that dragons are considered auspicious in Chinese culture? Meanwhile, in Western cultures, they’re still just misunderstood fire-breathing lizards with anger issues..
• Headline: Launch of Ville d'Alger Liner. Impact: The launch of Ville d'Alger set off a competitive maritime race that led to the invention of the 'express ship' — which ultimately revolutionized ocean travel, but also led to the world's first cruise ship buffet. Talk about mixed blessings!. Fact: Fun fact: A ship’s launch is often accompanied by champagne. No wonder they never stay afloat — too many party animals onboard!.
• Headline: Supreme Court's Landmark Sales Tax Ruling. Impact: This ruling ignited a wave of tax evasion strategies that continue to baffle accountants to this day. Who knew that skipping out on taxes could be so creatively invigorating?. Fact: Did you know that courts can sometimes rule in favor of tax evasion? Just another day at the office for the IRS, I suppose..
• Headline: Italy Opens Art Exhibition.. Impact: The opening of this exhibition inspired an entire generation of artists to embrace abstract art. Fast forward, and you’ll find that a simple splash of paint on a canvas can now sell for millions! Thanks, Italy!. Fact: Did you know that art is subjective? So subjective that a toddler's finger painting could hang in a gallery and be called 'a critique of modern existence.'.
• Headline: ROOSEVELT SENDS THANKS; President Expresses Gratitude for Gift of Jewish Women.. Impact: This heartfelt gratitude paved the way for stronger Jewish-American relations, which in turn contributed to the vibrant cultural landscape of America. Let’s just say it made for some amazing bagels.. Fact: Did you know that Roosevelt was a fan of handwritten letters? Too bad he didn’t have email; he could’ve saved everyone a trip to the post office!.
• Headline: NEGRO WOMAN GETS TOP POST IN SCHOOL; Mrs. G.E. Ayer Put in Charge of 825 Pupils, With Rank of Assistant to Principal.. Impact: Mrs. Ayer's appointment was a significant step towards desegregation in education. It created ripples that would eventually help to topple systemic barriers in schools across America. Take that, outdated traditions!. Fact: Did you know that education is one of the best ways to break down barriers? Too bad it took us so long to realize that!.
• Headline: MODERN ART HELD QUEST FOR TRUTH; Corbett Contrasts It With Old Aim of Making Things Look Like More Than They Are.. Impact: This philosophical shift in art led to the birth of countless art movements that still confuse and delight critics today. Thanks to Corbett, now everyone thinks they can be an artist by just splattering paint on anything!. Fact: Did you know that 'modern art' is often just a fancy term for 'I have no idea what I’m doing, but I hope it looks deep'?.
• Headline: The Rodgers Case.. Impact: The intricacies of the Rodgers case became a blueprint for future legal dramas, leading to an explosion of courtroom television shows and an insatiable public appetite for legal entertainment. Ah, justice served with a side of popcorn!. Fact: Did you know that courtroom dramas often exaggerate legal proceedings? Real-life trials involve a lot less drama and a lot more paperwork — the most riveting of all!.
• Headline: $102,721 in Y.M.C.A. Fund.. Impact: The successful drive for Y.M.C.A. funds inspired communities everywhere to prioritize physical fitness and youth programs, eventually leading to the rise of gym selfies. So basically, thanks for the abs, 1920s!. Fact: Did you know that the Y.M.C.A. was originally a place for men to socialize? Now it's just a place where you can awkwardly avoid eye contact while sweating profusely..