NOVEMBER 28, 1936

Full News Archive

• Headline: Ostrander Wins 1936 Carolina Golf Cup. Impact: If R.V. Ostrander had lost, golf may have never made it into the Olympics, leading to a world where people only get to watch paint dry instead of watching those delightful golf swings.. Fact: Golf: the only sport where you can yell 'fore' and people will cheer, thinking that’s a good thing..
• Headline: Coward and Lawrence's One-Act Plays. Impact: Noel Coward's success here could have spawned a world where every playwright tries to emulate his style, leading to an endless stream of one-act plays about existential crises and tea.. Fact: Noel Coward once said, 'I love criticism just so long as it’s unqualified praise.' So, you know, he was a pretty humble guy..
• Headline: 60 SHAKEN IN CRASH OF TROLLEY CARS; Three in Hospital as Vehicle Rams Into One Ahead on Williamsburg Bridge.. Impact: This trolley crash might have inadvertently led to the creation of stricter safety regulations, paving the way for the invention of... the seatbelt. Thanks, trolley!. Fact: Trolley accidents are just the universe's way of reminding us to stay present. And maybe not take public transport when it's rush hour..
• Headline: THE CITY'S MAYORALTY. Impact: The decline of Tammany's power signified the beginning of a rollercoaster ride in NYC politics. Buckle up, folks! It's going to be a bumpy ride with twists and turns that would make you question your life choices.. Fact: Mayoral races have been known to be more dramatic than daytime soap operas. Who needs scripted drama when you've got real-life political scandals?.
• Headline: VOTE OFFICIAL ACTS TO FOIL A 'JUNKET'; Costuma, Denouncing Trip to Ohio by Board, Sends for Information by Mail.. Impact: D.B. Costuma's noble stand against junkets could have sparked a movement that changed how politicians vacation forever, leading to the rise of the staycation, or at least a lot of awkward Zoom meetings.. Fact: Mailing letters is like texting, but with a much longer wait time and zero emojis. Who knew being responsible could be so boring?.
• Headline: Roman Soldier Choice in Maryland Stake Today; FINE FIELD NAMED IN BOWIE FEATURE. Impact: This horse race might just have been the tipping point for the horse racing industry, leading to the rise of thoroughbred celebrities and a world where horses have more followers on social media than you do.. Fact: Did you know that horses can sleep both lying down and standing up? Talk about multitasking!.
• Headline: Wilmarth -- Holding. Impact: This engagement could lead to a love story that inspires countless rom-coms, or perhaps a tragic Shakespearean tale, depending on how the wedding goes. No pressure!. Fact: Engagements are just the universe's way of telling you that planning a wedding is basically a part-time job. Good luck!.
• Headline: Ro D. KREITLER MARRIES MISS EDITH WIGHTMAN; Fathers of Bride and Bridegroom Perform Ceremony at University Heights Presbyterian Church.. Impact: This union might lead to a lineage of people who name their children after their wedding venue, resulting in a future filled with quirky names like 'University' and 'Heights.'. Fact: Weddings are like a live-action version of a reality show, minus the dramatic music and commercial breaks. But don’t worry, there’s still plenty of awkward moments!.