APRIL 25, 1937

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• Headline: Exploring America's Twentieth Century. Impact: This book led historians to believe that the political lineage of the Roosevelts was somehow a secret society aiming to control America with progressive ideals and distant family gatherings. Who knew family reunions could alter the course of history?. Fact: Did you know this book was so dense it could be used as a doorstop for other, less pretentious historical works?.
• Headline: Exploring Auto Routes to Bear Mountain. Impact: This guide somehow birthed an entire generation of overly confident Canadian drivers who think they can parallel park anywhere—leading to the rise of 'parking tickets' as a national sport.. Fact: Did you know that Canadian drivers are required to salute moose while driving? It's in the fine print of the guide!.
• Headline: Historic Auction of Unique Furnishings. Impact: This auction sparked a bizarre trend where people started buying mirrors to reflect their wealth, leading to the eventual invention of the selfie stick. Thank you, reflective surfaces!. Fact: Did you know that some of these mirrors were so ornate they were practically begging for a 'please don’t break me' sign?.
• Headline: Politics and Social Change; THE ROLE OF POLITICS IN SOCIAL CHANGE. By Charles Edward Merriam. 149 pp. New York: New York University Press.. Impact: This book caused a minor existential crisis among politicians, who had to rethink their entire approach to social issues, leading to a surge of 'I care' selfies on social media decades later.. Fact: Did you know that Merriam's book was so self-aware it could practically run for office? Too bad it didn't have a Twitter account..
• Headline: AUTHOR, SPARE THAT POLITICIAN. Impact: This cheeky title set a precedent for authors everywhere to criticize politicians, ultimately leading to the rise of political satire and countless late-night talk show hosts who never run out of material.. Fact: Did you know that this book was actually written by a former politician who was just trying to spare himself from the wrath of voters?.
• Headline: FOODS FOR A LONGER LIFE AND A LIVELIER ONE; Science Seeks to Measure More Precisely the Kind of Diet That Will Give Us Protection. Impact: This diet research led to the invention of kale chips, which have since been responsible for the rise of hipster cafes and the eternal debate over what constitutes 'food.'. Fact: Did you know that the only thing more complicated than a diet plan is the number of ingredients in a kale chip?.
• Headline: TWO SUNSPOTS SEEN HERE; Astronomer at Rockefeller Center Says They May Cause Storms. Impact: This discovery prompted a wave of amateur astronomers who thought they could predict the weather, leading to an influx of storm-themed parties and unnecessary panic over minor weather changes.. Fact: Did you know that sunspots are basically the sun's version of teenage acne? Just something to deal with until it matures..
• Headline: Ecuador Asks $100 Visit Fund. Impact: This clever fund-raising idea led to an explosion of 'destination weddings' in Ecuador. Who knew a $100 fee could turn into a booming industry of overpriced beach nuptials?. Fact: Did you know that the $100 visit fund was actually just a clever way to get tourists to pay for their own vacation? Genius!.