MAY 12, 1937

Full News Archive

• Headline: Mediation Hopes Amidst Spanish Civil War. Impact: If only E. A. Peers had a time machine! His mediation might have led to a peaceful Spain, preventing a series of future conflicts, and possibly even avoiding that awkward moment when everyone had to pretend to enjoy flamenco at parties.. Fact: Did you know that the Spanish Civil War was like the world's worst family reunion? Everyone had deep-seated grudges and no one could agree on the potato salad recipe..
• Headline: Bankruptcy Proceedings in 1937. Impact: Ah yes, the classic tale of businesses collapsing like Jenga towers. This event led to a surge in 'how to not go bankrupt' seminars, which ironically, many attendees later needed.. Fact: Did you know that declaring bankruptcy is just a fancy way of saying, 'Oops, I bought too many avocado toasts and now I'm broke'?.
• Headline: Chilean Oil Exploration Funding Issues. Impact: This moment in time sparked the great Chilean 'How do we fund our oil exploration?' debate, which ultimately led to the invention of the 'GoFundMe for Oil Exploration' platform—so innovative yet so ironic.. Fact: Did you know that without sufficient funds, a miner is just a guy with a pickaxe and a dream? It’s a sobering reality for many..
• Headline: NAVAL OFFICER IS KILLED; Lieut. J. W. Campbell Dies in Crash of Plane in Caribbean. Impact: The tragic loss of Lieut. Campbell sparked a series of reforms in naval aviation safety, which eventually led to a future where pilots were equipped with parachutes and common sense.. Fact: It’s always tragic when a life is lost, but did you know that many naval officers are also trained in underwater basket weaving? Talk about a backup career!.
• Headline: Two to Die for Vienna Slaying. Impact: The sentencing of Schloegel, Fleck, and Steyskal became a pivotal moment in Vienna's legal history, leading to a dramatic increase in crime novels and a permanent rise in the popularity of true crime podcasts.. Fact: Did you know that the real crime was that no one wrote a book about this sooner? Talk about a missed opportunity!.
• Headline: BINGHAM STRESSES OUR TIE TO BRITAIN; Coronation Day Message From London Broadcast a Few Minutes Before Midnight. Impact: Ambassador Bingham’s broadcast reinforced the special relationship between the U.S. and Britain, inspiring countless awkward tea parties and a series of cringe-worthy attempts at British accents across America.. Fact: Did you know that the U.S. and Britain’s special relationship is basically like the world’s longest-running buddy cop movie? Just without the explosions... most of the time..
• Headline: WHITNEY MUSEUM SHOWS COLLECTION; Permanent Group of Paintings Fills the First and Second Floor Galleries. Impact: The unveiling of the Whitney's permanent collection led to an explosion of hipster art critics, resulting in an unforeseen spike in beret sales and the creation of 'art appreciation' classes for confused visitors.. Fact: Did you know that staring at art for too long can actually make you look more cultured? Just don't ask too many questions; you might blow your cover!.
• Headline: BARBERS SETTLE STRIKE; Organizer Says 400 in Brownsville Will Go Back Today. Impact: The end of the barber strike caused a worldwide shortage of bad haircuts, leading to an unexpected surge in confidence among those who usually just 'go with the flow' of their hairstyles.. Fact: Did you know that when barbers strike, it’s not just about haircuts? It’s also about the eternal battle of who can make the best small talk while snipping away!.
• Headline: BUS STRIKE IN LONDON CAUSES SUBWAY JAM; Entrances Periodically Closed While Underground Platforms Are Cleared. Impact: This strike caused an unprecedented surge in Londoners' creativity—suddenly, people had to invent new ways to complain about their daily commute without the aid of public transport.. Fact: Did you know that Londoners have an uncanny ability to turn any inconvenience into a two-hour rant over tea? It’s a national sport!.
• Headline: REPUBLICANS FIGHT POLICE IN DUBLIN; Officers With Clubs Drawn Charge Crowds to Prevent Coronation Protests. Impact: This clash foreshadowed the ongoing struggle between authority and the people, leading to an endless cycle of protests that would eventually inspire a whole new genre of protest songs—and a lot of awkward political discussions.. Fact: Did you know that protests can be like bad relationships? They often start with enthusiasm but can quickly lead to shouting and dramatic exits!.