FEBRUARY 13, 1937

Full News Archive

• Headline: Wheeler's Bill Against Newspaper-Radio Monopoly. Impact: This bill set off a chain reaction that resulted in the creation of 'media watchdogs' who, in a bizarre twist, ended up being the very people who now complain about 'fake news' while scrolling through TikTok.. Fact: Did you know that if newspapers had kept their radio stations, we might have had 'The Daily News Hour' instead of 'The Office' as our go-to for workplace comedy?.
• Headline: Joseph T. Dolan's Legacy in Mail Service. Impact: Dolan's mundane career sparked a series of clerical blunders, leading to the invention of the 'Return to Sender' stamp—a game changer for avoiding awkward invitations.. Fact: Fun fact: 'Chief Clerk' is just a fancy way of saying 'I know how to use a typewriter.'.
• Headline: Birth Announcement of Leonard Brous' Son. Impact: This birth led to the eventual creation of a line of Brous family reunions where every relative claims to have been the favorite child, thus causing a rift that echoes through family trees for generations.. Fact: Congratulations to Mrs. Brous! Did you know that every child born is statistically 50% likely to become a professional procrastinator?.
• Headline: DIRECTS CHURCH WORK. Impact: Rev Dr P A Kirsch's leadership in church work sparked a movement that eventually inspired a reality show: 'Pulpit Wars: Who Can Preach It Better?'. Fact: In the world of church leadership, directing work is a lot like herding cats—if the cats were all trying to avoid doing their homework..
• Headline: Awards in the New York Hound Show. Impact: The hound show not only influenced the dog grooming industry but also inadvertently led to the rise of Instagram influencers showcasing their pets in ridiculous outfits.. Fact: Did you know that dogs are the only creatures that can win awards for just being themselves? Meanwhile, humans are still waiting for their participation trophies..
• Headline: ' LEAK' TO RACKET FROM DEWEY OFFICE REVEALED AT TRIAL; Cafe Man in Shrill Outburst Says Lawyer Told of Paying for 'Inside Information'. Impact: The Dewey leak scandal set the stage for a never-ending cycle of 'insider trading' jokes, which still plague investors today—because nothing says 'trust me' like a lawyer with a wry smile.. Fact: Did you know that ‘insider information’ often comes with a side of fries? Oh wait, that’s just my lunch order..
• Headline: 800 AT T. F. TROY FUNERAL; Brooklyn Man, 82, on the Minstrel Stage Sixty Years Ago. Impact: The attendance at Troy's funeral reflected the deep respect for the arts, ultimately inspiring a generation to consider mime as a serious career path—thankfully, that didn't catch on.. Fact: Fun fact: If you ever find yourself at a funeral with 800 attendees, it’s usually a sign that you should have probably known the person better..
• Headline: VENZKE FILES ENTRY FOR 8TH BAXTER MILE; Runner Has Never Been Worse Than Third in N. Y. A. C. Race--More in A. A. U. Meet. Impact: Venzke's consistent performance created a legacy that encouraged future generations to chase after dreams—mostly of running marathons for free pizza at the finish line.. Fact: Did you know that every time a runner crosses the finish line, a slice of pizza silently celebrates its missed opportunity to be eaten?.