SEPTEMBER 23, 1936

Full News Archive

• Headline: Estate of Dr. H.A. Stimson Appraised. Impact: Dr. Stimson's untimely passing and Mrs. Black's inheritance triggered a chain reaction that eventually led to the establishment of a mysterious Black Foundation. The foundation funded questionable yet oddly popular seminars on how to inherit wealth without lifting a finger.. Fact: Did you know that $20,000 in the 1930s is roughly equivalent to a small yacht today? Not that Mrs. Black would have needed one to sail through life, but you get the idea..
• Headline: Louis Triumphs Over Ettore in 1936. Impact: Louis defeating Ettore didn't just alter the boxing rankings; it sparked a nationwide trend of putting all disputes in the boxing ring. Fast forward a few decades, and we have reality television stars settling their differences with boxing gloves. Thanks a lot, Louis.. Fact: Did you know that boxing used to be a gentleman's sport? Now it’s just a prelude to celebrity endorsements and dubious energy drinks..
• Headline: MRS. MARKHAM HONORED; H.A. Brunos Give a Reception for Transatlantic Flier.. Impact: Mrs. Markham's honor led to a surge in transatlantic flights, inspiring legions of wannabe aviators. Fast forward, and we have everyone and their grandmother thinking they can just hop on a plane and fly across the ocean like it's a Sunday drive.. Fact: Did you know that transatlantic flights used to take days? Now it takes hours, and you still arrive with stiff legs and questionable airline snacks..
• Headline: BOSCH IS 75 TODAY; GERMANS HAIL HIM; Inventor of Magneto and Other Devices Opened a Modest Shop Fifty Years Ago. BENEFACTOR OF WORKERS Pays Employes in His Stuttgart Plant More Than Others Do -- Has Given Much to City.. Impact: Bosch's legacy of innovation and employee generosity led to an unexpected boom in ethical labor practices. Who knew that one man’s birthday could spark a corporate revolution? Today, we have 'Bosch Day' celebrated by companies pretending to care about their employees.. Fact: Did you know that Bosch started with humble beginnings? Now his name is synonymous with tools, appliances, and the occasional existential crisis when your dishwasher breaks down..
• Headline: Bolts to Ely in Bay State. Impact: Bolting to Ely marked a shift in political allegiances that would lead to the formation of the most confusing political faction imaginable. This faction later inspired a series of memes that would dominate social media for decades.. Fact: Did you know that political parties can change names more often than a toddler changes outfits? Welcome to the world of political fashion!.
• Headline: NEW BALDWIN CASE ASKED BY BRADY; Theatrical Man, a Stockholder, Tells Court Business Gains Obviate Reorganization.. Impact: Brady's petition for dismissing proceedings set a precedent for theatrical drama in court cases. It paved the way for reality shows featuring lawyers yelling 'Objection!'—the true entertainment we never knew we needed.. Fact: Did you know that most court cases are less dramatic than an afternoon soap opera? But give them time, and they might just get there..
• Headline: HULL HOTLY DENIES U.S. FAILS SIMPSON; Asserts State Department Has Made Every Effort to Aid Seaman Held in Germany. ASSAILS VISITING GROUP Holds Committee for Defense of Political Prisoners Is Seeking Publicity. HULL HOTLY DENIES U.S. FAILS SIMPSON. Impact: Hull's vehement denial became a masterclass in diplomatic rhetoric, setting the stage for future politicians to vehemently deny every scandal while maintaining a perfectly coiffed hairdo.. Fact: Did you know that sometimes, saying 'no comment' is the best comment? It’s like the diplomatic version of shrugging your shoulders..
• Headline: MORE GOLD TO COME HERE; $11,925,000 Engaged in France When the Franc Sags.. Impact: The influx of gold due to the sagging Franc caused a minor gold rush in the U.S. that eventually led to the creation of glittery themed parties and an obsession with gold bling that we still see today—thanks, France!. Fact: Did you know that gold has been used as currency for thousands of years? And yet, here we are, still trying to figure out how to pay for our coffee with a smile..