SEPTEMBER 18, 1935

WEDNESDAY
1935 Coca-Cola advertising artwork
$1,000 INVESTED IN COKE STOCK (KO) IN 1935
WOULD HAVE MADE YOU $12,223,363 IN THE 2025 DATASET
Min Wage Hourly$0.28
Median Home Price$4,750.00
Gas Price Avg$0.19
Bread Price Avg$0.08
Movie Ticket Avg$0.28
First Class Stamp$0.02
Milk Price Avg$0.52
Top Movies From 1935
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1 Mutiny on the Bounty
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Mutiny on the Bounty
2 Top Hat
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Top Hat
3 China Seas
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China Seas
4 Broadway Melody of 1936
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Broadway Melody of 1936
5 David Copperfield
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David Copperfield
6 Steamboat Round the Bend
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Steamboat Round the Bend
7 The Crusades
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The Crusades
8 Roberta
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Roberta
9 In Old Kentucky
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In Old Kentucky
10 The Littlest Rebel
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The Littlest Rebel
Ruggles of Red Gap
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Ruggles of Red Gap
The Bride of Frankenstein
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The Bride of Frankenstein
The Good Fairy
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The Good Fairy
The Little Colonel
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The Little Colonel
G Men
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G Men
The Florentine Dagger
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The Florentine Dagger
The Scoundrel
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The Scoundrel
Folies Bergère de Paris
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Folies Bergère de Paris
The Call of the Wild
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The Call of the Wild
The Devil Is a Woman
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The Devil Is a Woman
Becky Sharp
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Becky Sharp
A Midsummer Night's Dream
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A Midsummer Night's Dream
The Raven
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The Raven
Gold Diggers of 1935
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Gold Diggers of 1935
The Farmer Takes a Wife
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The Farmer Takes a Wife
Dangerous
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Dangerous
Page Miss Glory
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Page Miss Glory
Werewolf of London
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Werewolf of London
The Glass Key
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The Glass Key
Escapade
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Escapade
Magnificent Obsession
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Magnificent Obsession
Personal Maid's Secret
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Personal Maid's Secret
Peter Ibbetson
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Peter Ibbetson
Sylvia Scarlett
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Sylvia Scarlett
Death Takes a Holiday
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Death Takes a Holiday
The Merry Widow
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The Merry Widow
The Gay Divorcee
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The Gay Divorcee
Babes in Toyland
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Babes in Toyland
Imitation of Life
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Imitation of Life
Bright Eyes
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Bright Eyes

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September 18, 1935

On September 18, 1935, significant tensions arose at a Mexican university as the rector and his aides strongly protested against a perceived threat to their autonomy. The unrest highlighted the ongoing struggles over educational i...

Inventions & Breakthroughs of September 1935

Gadgets, lab surprises, odd bets, and future-shocks from this slice of the calendar.

1 Radial Aircraft Engine Improvements
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Radial Aircraft Engine Improvements
2 Electric Blanket
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Electric Blanket
3 High-Speed Diesel Locomotive
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High-Speed Diesel Locomotive
4 Automatic Pop-Up Toaster
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Automatic Pop-Up Toaster
5 Sound Level Meter
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Sound Level Meter
6 Early Computing Relays
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Early Computing Relays
7 Polyester Resin
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Polyester Resin
8 Neon Advertising Signs
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Neon Advertising Signs
9 Aircraft Cabin Pressurization
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Aircraft Cabin Pressurization
10 Modern Windshield Wipers
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Modern Windshield Wipers

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Headlines From September 18, 1935

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  • Headline: University Autonomy Protest in 1935. Impact: The resignation of Dr. Ocaranza set off a chain reaction leading to a decade of protests in Mexican universities, ultimately inspiring students worldwide to reclaim their rights. Who knew a few disgruntled academics could spark a global movement?. Fact: Did you know that academic protests often lead to coffee shortages in nearby cafes? Apparently, students need caffeine to fuel their revolutionary spirit!.
  • Headline: Miss Ingalls Honored by Advertising Club. Impact: Miss Ingalls' recognition at the Advertising Club inspired a wave of female aviators, leading to the creation of the 'Sky's the Limit' initiative, which eventually led to a whole generation of women confusing flight paths with marketing strategies. Fact: Fun fact: 'life membership' in clubs usually means you get free snacks for life. Too bad Miss Ingalls was probably just aiming for the sky!.
  • Headline: Lucie Mannheim's Theatrical Debut in London. Impact: Mannheim’s debut marked the beginning of a theatrical renaissance in London, where German influences led to a bizarre obsession with pretzels and lederhosen on stage, ultimately confusing audiences for decades. Fact: Did you know that every time an actress debuts, a playwright in the background sheds a tear? It's a very dramatic affair.
  • Headline: ODD FELLOWS HEAR WORLD PEACE PLEA; Senator Logan Says Prevention of War Is Chief Duty of the Nations at This Time.. Impact: Senator Logan's plea for peace ironically led to several odd fellow gatherings turning into peace talks, which then devolved into potluck dinners. Who knew that a bowl of potato salad could save the world?. Fact: You know, for a group called 'Odd Fellows', they sure had a knack for being profoundly normal about peace. Go figure.
  • Headline: Hobart Enrolment Rises.. Impact: The increase in Hobart's enrollment led to a campus boom, resulting in a sandwich shop opening every other week, causing a major culinary shift in student diets. Who knew a few extra students could lead to a carb crisis?. Fact: Fun fact: Hobart students have mastered the art of 'strategic napping' between classes. It's basically an Olympic sport at this point.
  • Headline: CREMATORY PLEA DENIED.; Application for Bronx Structure Is Rejected by City.. Impact: The denial of the crematory application sparked a local debate about life after death, leading to the Bronx becoming the unexpected hub for ghost tours. Who knew the afterlife could be so profitable?. Fact: They say that when a crematory application is denied, a ghost gets its wings. Just kidding, but wouldn't that be a great slogan?.
  • Headline: Victors Carry Assembly.; QUEZON'S ELECTION SURE IN PHILIPPINES. Impact: Quezon's election victory solidified political structures in the Philippines, setting off a ripple effect that would lead to a hundred-year debate on the merits of 'island hopping' as a legitimate travel strategy. Fact: Did you know that Quezon once had a pet monkey named 'Admiral'? Because every great leader needs a sidekick, right?.
  • Headline: Couple Walk 90 Miles to Wed.. Impact: Walking 90 miles to get married became a trend, inspiring a slew of reality TV shows focused on bizarre wedding challenges. It’s like 'Survivor' but with more romance and less food. Fact: They say love is a journey, but apparently, this couple took it a bit too literally. Next time, a cab might be a better option!.
  • Headline: MAILLARD BUSINESS SOLD.; Assets of Confectionery Concern Go to Syndicate for $36,000.. Impact: The sale of Maillard's confectionery business led to a sugar rush that caused an uptick in dentist appointments across the country. Sweet tooth? More like sweet doom!. Fact: In the world of candy, $36,000 is basically pocket change. That's like buying one gummy bear in the candy kingdom!.
  • Headline: Ink Spilled on Records In 15th A.D. Voting Row. Impact: The ink spill during voting highlighted the fragility of democratic processes, leading to an unexpected increase in voting technology and the creation of the world's first 'ink-proof' ballot box. A true victory for cleanliness!. Fact: They say ink spills and voting chaos go hand in hand. It's like the universe’s way of saying, 'Let’s add some drama to democracy!'.

Wall Street Time Machine

The Right Call: A historical $1,000 investment comparison using the stored long-range dataset.
Rank #1
KMB
Kimberly-Clark
Price in 1935
$0.69
Stored value
$147,887

Kimberly-Clark - If you invested $1,000 in 1935, it would be worth $147,887 today (147.9x return)

Rank #2
IBM
IBM
Price in 1935
$1.46
Stored value
$205,272

IBM - If you invested $1,000 in 1935, it would be worth $205,272 today (205.3x return)

🦸 Top 5 Comics
New Fun #1
New Fun #1
$2,500
New Fun #2
New Fun #2
$95
Famous Funnies #9
Famous Funnies #9
$2,500
Detective Picture Stories #1
Detective Picture Stories #1
$1,200
More Fun #1
More Fun #1
$1,000
🧸 Top 5 Toys
Monopoly
Monopoly
$150.00
Erector Set No. 6
Erector Set No. 6
$150.00
Dionne Quintuplets Dolls
Dionne Quintuplets Dolls
$20.00
Schuco Tin Toys
Schuco Tin Toys
$300.00
Scrabble (Prototype)
Scrabble (Prototype)
$120.00
⚾ Top 5 Trading Cards
Babe Ruth - 1935 Goudey #181
Babe Ruth - 1935 Goudey #181
$18,000
Maurice Turnesa - 1935 John Player & Sons Golf
Maurice Turnesa - 1935 John Player & Sons Golf
$1,500
Max Schmeling - 1935 Gallaher Famous Fighters
Max Schmeling - 1935 Gallaher Famous Fighters
$3,000
Arthur Askey - 1935 Ardath Who Is This? Radio Stars
Arthur Askey - 1935 Ardath Who Is This? Radio Stars
Unknown
Gallant Fox - 1935 Ogden's Prominent Racehorses
Gallant Fox - 1935 Ogden's Prominent Racehorses
$1,200