MARCH 20, 1937

Full News Archive

• Headline: Forest Hills Man Visits Niagara Falls. Impact: This man's revelation of Niagara Falls sparked an unprecedented wave of tourism that led to the invention of selfie sticks centuries later. Who knew one guy's trip could lead to countless awkward photos?. Fact: Did you know that Niagara Falls erodes at a rate of about 3 feet per year? So, if you're planning a visit, you might want to hurry before it turns into Niagara Stream..
• Headline: Mrs. Mabley Wins Women's Indoor Title. Impact: Mrs. Mabley's victory inspired a wave of women in sports, causing a ripple effect that eventually led to the Women's World Cup. Clearly, her trophy was the first domino in this sporting revolution.. Fact: Did you know that Mrs. Mabley Jr. was one of the first women to win an indoor title? She should really get a statue for that—maybe next to the one of the guy who invented the indoor sport..
• Headline: Notre Dame Re-elects Meyer. Impact: Meyer's re-election paved the way for 'captain' becoming the most overused title in sports, leading to countless memes about 'the captaincy curse.'. Fact: Did you know that being a captain is like being a glorified babysitter? You get the title, but you still have to deal with all the tantrums..
• Headline: 28 U. S. Priests Ordained in Rome. Impact: The ordination of these priests in Rome created a surge of religious fervor that would eventually lead to a deluge of church-related scandals and debates about celibacy—thanks for that, guys.. Fact: Did you know that being ordained in Rome is like getting a VIP pass to the afterlife? Too bad they don't have an express lane for all the questions that follow..
• Headline: British 'Suicide Flotilla' To Meet German Threat. Impact: The British 'Suicide Flotilla' idea sparked a bizarre arms race that ultimately led to the creation of modern speedboat racing. Who knew that war could double as a sport?. Fact: Did you know that the term 'suicide flotilla' was a bit dramatic? It’s like calling your local carpool a 'death convoy.'.
• Headline: HOSPITALS' INCOME FROM PATIENTS UP; Rose by $210,000 in Catholic Group in Year Despite Cut in City Allowance. Impact: The increase in hospital income led to the construction of more hospitals, which then became the foundation for all those medical dramas we love to watch—even if they often get the medical facts hilariously wrong.. Fact: Did you know that while hospitals made money, the patients probably wished they didn’t have to pay so much for a bed? Healthcare: the ultimate paradox..
• Headline: Nazis Protest Cleric's Use Of 'Thou Shalt Not Kill'. Impact: The Nazis' protest against the cleric's use of 'Thou Shalt Not Kill' turned into a historical footnote that illustrated the absurdity of trying to justify violence with religion—a trend that continues to this day.. Fact: Did you know that irony is not lost on history? The Nazis protesting a commandment about not killing is like a cat complaining about being chased by a dog..