DECEMBER 6, 1936

Full News Archive

• Headline: New Yorkers Explore Proportional Representation. Impact: Had New Yorkers not seen the workings of 'P.R.', future generations might have been blissfully unaware of the chaos that ensues when you let machines take charge of democracy. Who knew that a $400,000 lesson could lead to countless memes about voting machines?. Fact: Did you know that the only thing more complicated than proportional representation is trying to explain it to your grandparents at Thanksgiving?.
• Headline: Spring Course at Waldorf-Astoria. Impact: The lush gardens of the Waldorf-Astoria set a precedent for high-society gatherings, ultimately leading to the proliferation of garden gnomes and overpriced plant boutiques. Thanks, Federated Garden Clubs!. Fact: Did you know that if you talk to your plants, they might actually listen? Or they just really enjoy the sound of your voice... it’s a mixed bag, really..
• Headline: The Colorful Story of the Empress of China's Flight; Only Now Is the Inner History of That Dramatic Escape Told for the First Time in English THE FLIGHT OF AN EMPRESS, told by Wu Yung whose other name is Yu-Chuan, transcribed by Liu Kun, translated and edited by Ida Pruitt, introduction by Kenneth Scott Latourette. xxiii, 222 pp. Illustrated. New Haven: Yale University Press. $2.50.. Impact: The escape of the Empress inspired countless dramatic retellings, eventually leading to the creation of a niche genre in cinema where royal figures dramatically flee their responsibilities. Talk about a trendsetter!. Fact: Did you know that empresses have a lot more drama than your average soap opera? They are the original reality stars, minus the cameras… mostly..
• Headline: POLICE UPHEAVAL STIRS BOSTON IRE; Curley's Change of Chiefs Viewed as Opening Way to Return of 1919 Strikes. SHAKE-UP ALREADY BEGUN. Impact: This police upheaval might have inspired future generations to rethink their approach to law enforcement, leading to the creation of a reality show called 'Cops: Boston Edition'. Because who doesn’t want to watch drama unfold in real-time?. Fact: Did you know that every time a police chief is changed, a cat gets nine lives? Just kidding—it's just more chaos in the streets..
• Headline: NEWLYWEDS IN CUSTODY; Sheriff to Take Them to Florida on Car Theft Charge.. Impact: The arrest of these newlyweds catalyzed a wave of Florida-based crime documentaries where lovebirds think they can outrun the law. Because nothing says romance like a getaway car with a side of handcuffs.. Fact: Did you know that getting arrested on your honeymoon is the ultimate way to spice up your marriage? Talk about a wild adventure!.
• Headline: Newspaper Women to Hold Tea. Impact: This gathering of newspaper women led to a dramatic rise in gossip columns, which eventually turned into today's tabloids. Thanks to them, we now know way too much about celebrities' breakfast choices.. Fact: Did you know that the only thing more caffeinated than journalists is the tea they drink? It’s practically a requirement in the industry..
• Headline: New Reminiscences of Wilde; ASPECTS OF WILDE. By Vincent O'Sullivan. 213 pp. New York: Henry Holt & Co. $2.50.. Impact: O'Sullivan's reminiscences ensured that Wilde’s quotes would echo through time, making him the patron saint of witty comebacks and snappy retorts in modern-day debates.. Fact: Did you know that Oscar Wilde once said, 'Be yourself; everyone else is already taken'? This is ironic coming from a man who had to change his name to avoid the authorities..
• Headline: King and Baldwin in Friendly Talk; Ruler Weighs Farewell to People; With Abdication Apparently Decided On, Edward's Household Is Calm Again -- London Placards Proclaim Support for Him -- Message Urging Loyalty to New Monarch Seen. KING AND BALDWIN IN FRIENDLY TALK. Impact: This friendly talk between King Edward and Baldwin might have averted a full-blown royal scandal, which could have led to a reality TV monarchy. Thankfully, we only have the Crown on Netflix.. Fact: Did you know that royal abdications are the original cliffhangers? Nothing gets a nation talking like a king deciding he’d rather be anywhere else..
• Headline: SAYS INSULL PAID $4,000; His Lawyer Asserts Athens Woman Has Released All Claims.. Impact: This case set a precedent in the annals of legal settlements, leading to the creation of a new sport: ‘How Much Can You Settle For?’—a favorite among lawyers ever since.. Fact: Did you know that in legal terms, $4,000 is basically chump change? Next time, just try to get a puppy instead!.