MAY 17, 1935

Full News Archive

• Headline: Art Brevities Scholarship Event. Impact: The introduction of scholarships for high school students led to an unprecedented generational obsession with student loans, which ultimately resulted in the creation of a thriving industry dedicated to refinancing and regret.. Fact: Did you know that the first scholarship was actually for a pie-eating contest? Just kidding! But wouldn’t that have been delicious?.
• Headline: King's Crowns Awarded at Columbia University. Impact: The awarding of King's Crowns inspired a competitive spirit that eventually made participation trophies a thing. A legacy of mediocrity was born, ensuring everyone would get a shiny object, regardless of effort.. Fact: Fun fact: The original idea for 'King's Crown' was actually a 'King's Hat,' but they quickly realized hats don't look as cool in photos..
• Headline: Flaherty's Bail Set at $30,000. Impact: Flaherty's bail saga contributed to the ongoing narrative that wealth can be both a lifeline and an anchor. Thus, the phrase 'money talks' was born, leading to endless memes and awkward family conversations about finances.. Fact: Flaherty's inability to pay bail caused a ripple effect that made 'Tombs' a popular vacation destination for those seeking a bit of adventure behind bars..
• Headline: Secret Kept in China.. Impact: Raising the legation to an embassy led to a wave of diplomatic faux pas, including accidentally sending a birthday cake instead of an important treaty, changing the course of international relations forever.. Fact: Did you know that in the world of diplomacy, cake is often considered more important than treaties? Just ask any ambassador with a sweet tooth..
• Headline: LORD OORE WEDS-' MRS. JOAN E. GARR; Heir to Earl of Drogheda and British Radio Performer Are Married Here.. Impact: Lord Oore’s wedding to Mrs. Joan E. Garr sparked a fashion trend of combining titles with modern names, leading to a generation of children named 'Prince Zander' and 'Duchess Brandy'.. Fact: True story: The wedding cake was accidentally made with rum instead of fruit, leading to a rather lively reception!.
• Headline: BOTH SIDES ACCEPT CHACO PEACE BIDS; Presidents of Argentina and Brazil Expected to Open Buenos Aires Parley.. Impact: The acceptance of peace bids between Argentina and Brazil established a historical precedent that later inspired the creation of international peace summits – and a lot of really long-winded speeches.. Fact: Did you know that the first peace summit was almost canceled over a salad dressing dispute? Apparently, not everyone agrees on what constitutes 'peaceful' ranch..
• Headline: Front Page 1 -- No Title. Impact: This mysterious 'Front Page 1' headline led to decades of speculation about the world’s biggest secrets being hidden in plain sight. People still wonder what was so important that it needed a title-free zone.. Fact: Rumor has it that the front page was just a giant advertisement for socks. But hey, who doesn’t love a good sock?.
• Headline: RATE AID QUERIED IN SUBMETER CASE; Medalie Challenges the Data, but Edison Official Denies Threat of Extra Costs.. Impact: The submeter case sparked debates that would shape energy policy for years to come, ultimately leading to the creation of the phrase 'It's not you, it's the meter' in countless relationships.. Fact: Edison Official's denial of extra costs has since been cited as one of the most optimistic statements in corporate history. Spoiler alert: It didn't age well..