JULY 29, 1937

Full News Archive

• Headline: Remembering Mrs. Thomas Carey. Impact: Had Mrs. Carey not lived to 97, it’s possible that Robert Carey might have never gone into law, leading to a world where legal jargon is replaced with emojis. A world where 'I object!' sounds more like '😱!'. Fact: Did you know that 97 is actually the perfect age to start a new hobby? Too bad Mrs. Carey didn’t pick skydiving..
• Headline: 30th Annual Flower Show in Southampton. Impact: This flower show sparked a secret rivalry among rich summer residents that eventually led to a reality show called 'Real Gardeners of Southampton.' The drama over who grew the biggest petunias was riveting!. Fact: Did you know that gardening is just a fancy way to say, 'I spend all my time trying to make weeds look less appealing?'.
• Headline: Recess Judges: Laws and Historical Context. Impact: The convoluted laws around recess judges opened up a black market for 'Recess Judge' trading cards. Collectors became the new political elite, proving once again that being a nerd pays off.. Fact: Did you know that recess judges are not like the ones from your schoolyard? They don't just call for silence and throw paper airplanes..
• Headline: JOHN J. QUINLAN; Hotel Keeper Formerly Prepared John D. Rockefeller's Meals. Impact: If Quinlan hadn’t cooked for Rockefeller, we might have ended up with a world where the most popular dish was something ridiculous like 'Rockefeller Ramen.'. Fact: Did you know that cooking for Rockefeller was less about the food and more about ensuring he didn't buy the restaurant?.
• Headline: LE ROY PROTEST HEEDED; Bide Are Asked for Remodeling Town's 'Squatty' Postoffloe. Impact: The remodel of the post office sparked a nationwide trend of towns protesting for more aesthetically pleasing architecture. This eventually led to the 'Great Post Office Makeover' reality show.. Fact: Did you know that 'squatty' is actually a term used to describe all post offices before renovations, not just the one in Le Roy?.
• Headline: BRITISH ARE ANGRY AT ACTS IN IRELAND; London Press, Seeking Reason for Outbreaks, Calls Them Illogical and Inept. Impact: The British press's outrage over Irish protests laid the groundwork for future generations to protest everything from tea prices to biscuit flavors, ultimately resulting in the Great Biscuit War of 2045.. Fact: Did you know that the British press has been known to turn even the most mundane issues into a scandal? Just imagine a headline like 'Tea Leaves in Crisis!'.
• Headline: VLADIMIR MERSCHERSKY. Impact: Merschersky's mere existence inspired a series of oddball conspiracy theories claiming he was the true mastermind behind the Russian Revolution, despite having no involvement whatsoever.. Fact: Did you know that 'Merschersky' is not a common last name, making him the go-to person for every awkward family reunion?.
• Headline: SLAYER OF OUTLAW GETS LOOK AT CITY; Oil Pumper Who Subdued Pair of Convicts In West Arrives for First Visit Here BRINGS TIE, BUT NO COAT To Use Neckwear as Concession to Civilization-He Recounts Story of the Capture His Opinion of the City Stopped Near Farmhouse. Impact: This oil pumper’s visit and his questionable fashion choices sparked a trend of Western-themed urban wear, where ties became the new cowboy hat. Who knew that 'cowboy chic' would be a thing?. Fact: Did you know that wearing a tie in the wild west was considered a sign of sophistication? Not sure how that worked out for anyone..
• Headline: KOSHER BUTCHERS FAIL TO PICK 'STRIKE' DATE; Dealers in Rockaway and Coney Island Favor Price Protest After Labor Day. Impact: The indecision over the strike date led to a series of comedic misunderstandings that resulted in a cooking show where kosher butchers teamed up with vegans to create the ultimate meatless barbecue.. Fact: Did you know that kosher butchers are experts at making meat look good? Just don’t ask them to handle tofu..