OCTOBER 28, 1935

Full News Archive

• Headline: Controversial Anti-Feminist Note Emerges. Impact: This anti-feminist note sparked a movement that led to women creating secret societies, where they plotted to out-achieve all the naysayers—contributing to the rise of the corporate ladder-climbing, glass-ceiling-shattering woman of today. Thanks a lot, Lr!. Fact: Fun fact: If only Lr had realized that women would eventually dominate the fields of science, politics, and yes, even meme creation, he might have kept his opinions to himself..
• Headline: New Yorkers Advocate for Outdoor Recreation. Impact: This plan to aid hunting and fishing inadvertently led to the rise of hipster beards, artisanal fishing rods, and the inevitable 'locally sourced' trend in urban cafés. Sorry, New York.. Fact: Did you know that the only thing more plentiful than fish in the sea is the number of 'experts' who think they can catch a fish with a single Instagram post?.
• Headline: Hunter Presents 'Op-O-Me-Thumb'. Impact: The debut of 'Op-O-Me-Thumb' created a ripple effect that ultimately led to every over-enthusiastic parent thinking their kid could become the next Broadway sensation, resulting in a surge of questionable talent shows.. Fact: Did you know that 'Op-O-Me-Thumb' is not just a play but also a warning about how much time you can spend on your phone instead of watching real theater?.
• Headline: OPPOSES WPA DRAMA PLAN.; Eva Le Gallienne Says It Will Not Create National Audience.. Impact: Eva Le Gallienne’s opposition to the WPA drama plan led to a decade-long debate over what constitutes 'real' art, inadvertently giving rise to the phrase 'that was so avant-garde'—which has been abused ever since.. Fact: Did you know that while Le Gallienne was busy opposing national theater, Shakespeare was probably rolling in his grave, confused about what all the fuss was about?.
• Headline: TRANSIT UNITY PLAN NEAR.; City Will Announce It Even If Note Holders Disagree.. Impact: The audacity of announcing a transit unity plan despite opposition led to the birth of countless conspiracy theories about secret underground tunnels. One can only imagine the wild stories that sprang from this one meeting.. Fact: Did you know that most transit plans are like diets? Everyone talks about them, but nobody really follows through?.
• Headline: Presided in Case Saturday.. Impact: The verdict in Grubb's case set off a chain reaction of legal dramas that ultimately inspired every courtroom TV show ever made—because who doesn’t love a good gavel bang?. Fact: Did you know that courtroom dramas are sometimes less realistic than reality TV? At least the latter has a chance of being entertaining!.
• Headline: Clave to Lead French Riders.. Impact: Captain Clave leading French riders inspired many future equestrian-themed social media accounts, with hashtags like #GallopGoals and #CanterWithClasse. Thanks for that, Clave!. Fact: Did you know that horse riding was once considered a sport for the elite? Now it’s just a way to get muddy while pretending to be in a Jane Austen novel..
• Headline: GARNER AND PARTY LAND IN YOKOHAMA; High Japanese Officials Greet Him as First Vice President to Visit Their Country. GETS A ROUSING WELCOME Delegation Goes Sightseeing at Once in American Autos -Emperor to Receive Garner. GARNER AND PARTY LAND IN YOKOHAMA. Impact: Garner's visit to Japan not only strengthened US-Japan relations but also accidentally led to the invention of sushi rolls served at American parties, forever altering the course of snacks at gatherings.. Fact: Did you know that sushi was originally just a way to preserve fish? Now it’s a culinary art and a great excuse to avoid cooking at home!.
• Headline: PROFESSIONAL BOW BY STRING QUARTET; Perole Group Shows Balance and Cohesion Not Looked For So Soon. VIVID CONTRASTS LACKING Interpretation of Franck Work in Miniature Frame -- Understatement a General Tendency.. Impact: The debut of the string quartet was the start of a long tradition of musicians pretending to be sophisticated while really just trying to get through a rehearsal without laughing.. Fact: Did you know that string quartets are known for their intense focus? This is usually broken by one player playing the wrong note and causing a collective eye roll..
• Headline: The Nurse's Problem.. Impact: The nurse's advocacy for better working conditions inadvertently led to the rise of health care reforms, creating a ripple effect that would eventually lead to the endless debate over health care in modern politics.. Fact: Did you know that nursing has been called one of the most trusted professions? Which is ironic, considering how much trust it takes to let someone else deal with your health!.