JULY 13, 1935

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• Headline: Baldwin Locomotive Seeks $6 Million Loan. Impact: That $6 million loan? It sparked a series of unfortunate financial decisions that led to the invention of the modern-day banana stand. Who knew that one man's quest for locomotives would lead to a fruit empire?. Fact: Did you know that Baldwin Locomotive was once the largest locomotive manufacturer in the world? Because nothing screams 'progress' like massive amounts of steam and coal..
• Headline: Union Trust Co. Challenges Tax Records Subpoena. Impact: This court case made lawyers realize they could charge an arm and a leg to keep secrets. The ripple effect? Today, attorneys are practically swimming in gold like Scrooge McDuck.. Fact: Did you know that the Constitution has been invoked more times than your aunt's ‘I have a bad feeling about this’ during family gatherings? It’s like the legal version of ‘abracadabra’..
• Headline: Barnaby Praised on Gliding.. Impact: Barnaby's gliding success inspired a generation of aviators who thought flying was just like gliding, but with more screaming and less control. Thanks, Barnaby.. Fact: Did you know that gliding can be traced back to the 1800s? Because nothing says 'recreational activity' like soaring through the air without an engine or a clue..
• Headline: JUSTICE STONE RETURNS.; Liner New York Also Brings 130 German Professors Here.. Impact: Justice Stone's return with German professors inadvertently ignited a cultural exchange that led to the first Oktoberfest in the U.S. Because who doesn’t want beer and pretzels in the courtroom?. Fact: Did you know that Justice Stone was known for his eloquence? He could probably convince a cat to take a bath—if only we had recorded that argument..
• Headline: Takes Post as Bruckman's Aide.. Impact: Bruckman's aide position led to a long line of ineffectual assistants, proving once again that sometimes, ‘aide’ is just a fancy title for doing all the work while someone else takes the credit.. Fact: Did you know that being an aide is like being a superhero without the cape? You get all the responsibility but none of the glory—unless you're really good at making coffee..
• Headline: FEAR OF INFLATION STIRS SENATE GROUP; McAdoo Insists Bill Voiding Gold Suits Might Pave Way for the 'Printing Press.'. Impact: McAdoo's inflation fears led to an obsession with financial regulations, making accountants the new rock stars of the financial world. Who knew boredom could lead to fame?. Fact: Did you know that inflation can be controlled? Just like your urge to binge-watch that terrible reality show—you just have to learn to say no..
• Headline: Nothnagle -- Brown.. Impact: Nothnagle and Brown’s engagement sparked a trend of elaborate proposals that would later lead to the viral phenomenon of 'flash mob proposals'—because who doesn’t want a public spectacle when asking for someone's hand?. Fact: Did you know that engagements can last forever? Just like that one couple you know who are still 'planning' their wedding after a decade..
• Headline: FINGERPRINTS TRAP FUGITIVE 23 YEARS; Lottery Suspect Identified as Having Fled Cell in Coney Island Court in 1912.. Impact: The capture of the fugitive led to the development of modern fingerprint technology, which ironically has been used more often to catch cheating spouses than criminals. Thanks for that, 1912!. Fact: Did you know that fingerprints are unique to each individual? So if you ever feel special, just remember that even your fingers have their own identity crisis..