APRIL 15, 1938

Full News Archive

• Headline: Excavators Reach Ancient Armageddon Bedrock. Impact: Who knew that digging deep into ancient sites might just stir up an apocalyptic prophecy? Thanks to this excavation, time travelers are now betting on when the next 'end of the world' announcement will happen, based on geological findings. It's like a historical game of whack-a-mole!. Fact: Did you know that Megiddo is often considered the site of the final battle in biblical prophecies? So, dig carefully, folks; you might unearth the last battle plan!.
• Headline: Johns-Manville Expands with New Plant. Impact: Ah, the dawn of insulation! One could argue that the warmth of a well-insulated home is what ultimately leads to the rise of Netflix binging. Without this factory, the world might have been a much colder place—literally.. Fact: Fun fact: Johns-Manville was once a major producer of asbestos products. So, if you find yourself warm and cozy, just remember what you might be sitting on!.
• Headline: Southwest Sages Debate Funding Appropriations. Impact: Ah, appropriations with strings attached—sounds like a bad marriage or a government budget! This event likely led to future generations mastering the art of political tug-of-war, aka the 'dance of the budget.'. Fact: Did you know that 'earmarking' funds is just a fancy way of saying, 'We’re going to make sure our friends get the cash'? It's like a political version of 'I scratch your back, you scratch mine.'.
• Headline: MRS. STELLA CUSHING, FOLKLORE AUTHORITY; Director of Festivals as Well as Performer Dies. Impact: With the passing of Mrs. Stella Cushing, folklore may have lost a significant voice, perhaps leading to the rise of countless ghost stories that will never see the light of day. Who knew a single death could create a vacuum of cultural wisdom?. Fact: Respectfully, did you know that folklore can often shape a community's identity? So, thanks to her legacy, we might have missed out on the next great American myth!.
• Headline: EX-'MARKET CZAR' GUILTY IN TAX CASE; J. J. Sullivan Is Convicted in Brooklyn on Six Counts. Impact: J.J. Sullivan's tax woes likely led to a nationwide panic about the IRS, feeding into the myth that it's better to hide under your bed than file your taxes. This moment may have inspired countless 'how to avoid taxes' conspiracy theories.. Fact: Did you know that failing to file taxes can lead to worse consequences than just a stern letter from Uncle Sam? Just ask J.J. Sullivan—he got a front-row seat to that show!.
• Headline: WAR ON RECESSION; Spending Drive Linked to Huge Expansion of Bank Credit Base 80 BILLION INCOME GOAL Crisis Demands Quick Action President Says in Message and in His Radio Chat Later Relief Request Looms President Ready to Fight ROOSEVELT STARTS BIG SPENDING DRIVE Explains Recovery Objective To Release Gold Sterilization Fund Predicts Action on Tax Exempts No Reason for Fear, He Says Says Government Must Act Urges Wage and Hours Bill Sees No Concern Over Debt Says Profit Will Pay the Cost. Impact: Roosevelt’s spending drive could be seen as the moment when politicians realized that throwing money at problems might just distract the public from other issues—because who doesn't love a good fiscal fairy tale?. Fact: Did you know that this spending spree is often credited with helping to lift the U.S. out of the Great Depression? So, if you’re ever in a financial mess, just remember: a little government spending can go a long way!.
• Headline: FEDERAL RESERVE REVERSES POLICY; Roosevelt Move to Ease Loans by Raising Excess Reserves Drops Two-Year Drive Details Wait Discussion FEDERAL RESERVE REVERSES POLICY. Impact: The Federal Reserve’s reversal might have sent shockwaves through the economy, leading to a rollercoaster of interest rates and confused borrowers. It’s like they decided to change the rules of the game halfway through—classic!. Fact: Did you know that the Federal Reserve often acts like a magician? One minute they’re pulling rabbits out of hats, the next they’re changing monetary policy, leaving everyone wondering where the money went!.
• Headline: DEMANDS GERMANY SPECIFY HELIUM USE; Ickes Sees 'Military Importance' in Supply of Gas Wanted. Impact: This demand for helium from Germany might just have set off a chain reaction of balloon-related international espionage. Who knew a noble gas could be so vital to military strategy?. Fact: Did you know helium is so light that it can actually make your voice sound funny? So, if the military is after it, you know they must be planning something seriously hilarious!.