MAY 26, 1938

THURSDAY
$1,000 INVESTED IN COKE STOCK (KO) IN 1938
WOULD HAVE MADE YOU $7,318,352 IN 2025
Min_Wage_Hourly: $0.29
Median_Home_Price: $4,300.00
Gas_Price_Avg: $0.18
Bread_Price_Avg: $0.09
Movie_Ticket_Avg: $0.29
First_Class_Stamp: $0.03
Milk_Price_Avg: $0.54
Top Movies By May 26, 1938
1 The Adventures of Robin Hood
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The Adventures of Robin Hood
2 Alexander's Ragtime Band
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Alexander's Ragtime Band
3 Holiday
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Holiday
4 Vivacious Lady
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Vivacious Lady
5 True Confession
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True Confession
6 Test Pilot
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Test Pilot
7 Jezebel
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Jezebel
8 Bringing Up Baby
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Bringing Up Baby
9 The Buccaneer
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The Buccaneer
10 A Yank at Oxford
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A Yank at Oxford
Bluebeard's Eighth Wife
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Bluebeard's Eighth Wife
The Adventures of Marco Polo
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The Adventures of Marco Polo
Algiers
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Algiers
Mad About Music
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Mad About Music
Merrily We Live
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Merrily We Live
The Baroness and the Butler
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The Baroness and the Butler
After the Thin Man
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After the Thin Man
The Good Earth
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The Good Earth
Nothing Sacred
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Nothing Sacred
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
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Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
The Hurricane
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The Hurricane
The Prisoner of Zenda
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The Prisoner of Zenda
Conquest
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Conquest
Heidi
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Heidi
Madame X
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Madame X
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The Story of May 26, 1938

On May 26, 1938, violence erupted in Palestine as terrorism spread through the cities, resulting in the deaths of four Arabs and the wounding of others.

🧠 Inventions of 1938

Breakthroughs and everyday innovations from the year.

1 Ballpoint Pen
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Ballpoint Pen
2 Atomic Fission Discovery
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Atomic Fission Discovery
3 Polytetrafluoroethylene (Teflon)
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Polytetrafluoroethylene (Teflon)
4 Duplex Transmission Radio
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Duplex Transmission Radio
5 Gas Turbine Engine Improvements
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Gas Turbine Engine Improvements
6 Automatic Telephone Switching
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Automatic Telephone Switching
7 Instant Coffee
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Instant Coffee
8 Television Camera Tube Improvements
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Television Camera Tube Improvements
9 Aircraft Cabin Oxygen Systems
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Aircraft Cabin Oxygen Systems
10 Electric Hearing Aid
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Electric Hearing Aid

The Sounds of

The biggest hits of the year β€” Top 10 Pop & Country chart toppers

HEADLINES ON May 26, 1938

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  • Headline: Terrorism Escalates in Palestine Cities. Impact: The deaths in Palestine sparked international outrage, leading to a butterfly effect of diplomatic meetings, protests, and a dramatic increase in conspiracy theories about who was really pulling the strings in the region. Spoiler alert: it was always more complicated than anyone cared to admit.. Fact: Did you know that while four people lost their lives, other regions saw a spike in locally brewed conspiracy theories? Because nothing says 'we care' like a good old-fashioned internet rabbit hole..
  • Headline: Jamaican Strikes and State of Emergency. Impact: The ongoing strikes in Jamaica triggered a series of events that led to more fervent debates over labor rights and eventually contributed to the rise of reggae music as a protest anthem. Who knew a state of emergency could inspire 'One Love'?. Fact: Fun fact: while the government scrambled to regain control, longshoremen were just trying to make ends meet. Remember, a 25-cent raise can sometimes lead to a revolution... or at least a really spirited union meeting..
  • Headline: Tragic Escape: Jewish Woman's Last Resort. Impact: The tragic decision of this Jewish woman echoed through time, highlighting the desperate choices individuals faced during persecution. Her story adds to a somber narrative that influences modern discussions on refugees and immigration policies. It’s a reminder that history often repeats its most painful lessons.. Fact: Did you know that every year, millions of people are still denied the right to live where they feel safe? Just a little reminder that human rights discussions are often more like a game of Monopolyβ€”everyone's playing, but some are definitely not in the running to win..
  • Headline: Student Skips Sleep 4 Days. Impact: This student’s sleep deprivation led to a revolution in caffeinated beverages and the eventual rise of the all-nighter culture. Little did he know, his sleepless nights would fuel the coffee shop economy for decades!. Fact: Did you know that skipping sleep can lead to some wild hallucinations? Maybe he thought he was studying, but really he was just crafting his own personal reality showβ€”'Survivor: University Edition.'.
  • Headline: COMMONS BLOCKS AIR FORCE INQUIRY; British Prime Minister Wins by Vote of-329 to 144 in Clash Over Delays SEES READINESS FOR WAR Says the Country Has One of Most Formidable Fighting Machines in World Praises British Air Force. Impact: The Commons blocking the Air Force inquiry might have allowed for more military funding to be diverted into questionable initiatives, like the development of the invisible tank. Because who needs accountability when you can just disappear?. Fact: Did you know the British government loves to throw around the term 'formidable fighting machines'? I guess they think it sounds cooler than 'We have a bunch of really big toys.'.
  • Headline: Yonkers Patrolman Ends Life. Impact: The loss of this patrolman added to the growing conversation about mental health and the pressures faced by those in law enforcement. It’s a stark reminder that even the bravest among us can struggle behind the badge.. Fact: Did you know that support systems for law enforcement have evolved significantly since then? Because sadly, the 'tough it out' approach didn’t quite cut it..
  • Headline: U. S. Funds Provide Pay For Job Insurance Staff. Impact: The provision of U.S. funds for job insurance staff might have inadvertently led to a boom in the paperwork industry. Who knew that more funding could equal more bureaucracy? It’s like a never-ending game of β€˜pass the buck’!. Fact: Did you know that funding job insurance has led to more jobs in job insurance? It’s like a job-ception; you’re insured while you’re insured!.
  • Headline: JAPANESE PREDICT FALL OF LANFENG; More Invaders Near Center of Defense Along Lung-Hai Railway-Line Again Cut VAST DISTRICT DESERTED Writers on Airplane Tour of War Zone See No Sign of Life in Villages and Fields Town Near Kaifeng Taken JAPANESE PUSH WEST Battle at Mencheng Likely. Impact: The Japanese push in China set the stage for decades of conflict in the region, influencing geopolitical dynamics and creating a tangled web of alliances and animosities that still affect international relations today. Thanks, history!. Fact: Did you know that the Lung-Hai Railway became a hotspot for military strategy? Turns out, trains aren’t just for transporting people; they’re also for transporting chaos!.
  • Headline: CARDENAS RUSHES MEN TO REBEL AREA; Break in Communications with U. S. Feared--Troops Fight Cedilistas in New Zone Reply to Cardenas Seen CARDENAS RUSHES MEN TO REBEL AREA Air Aid for Cedillo Reported MEXICAN ENVOY RETURNS Empowered to Negotiate With Oil Companies on Seizure. Impact: Cardenas' military movements were a precursor to more significant uprisings in Mexico, ultimately shaping the country's 20th-century politics. Who knew a troop rush could lead to a full-blown revolution instead of just a game of tag?. Fact: Did you know that negotiating with oil companies is like trying to teach a cat to fetch? It sounds great in theory, but good luck getting anyone to play along..
  • Headline: UTILITY EARNINGS. Impact: The report on utility earnings may not have seemed significant at the time, but it quietly ushered in an era of increased regulation and consumer advocacy. Sometimes, the dullest headlines have the most profound impacts.. Fact: Did you know that utility companies often operate with the charm of a bad sitcom? You know it's coming, but you still can't quite believe it when it happens!.

Wall Street Time Machine

The Right Call: If you'd invested $1,000 in any one of these companies in 1938, here's what it would be worth in 2025.
Rank #1
JNJ
Johnson & Johnson
Price in 1938
$0.06
Value in 2025
$3,433,940

Johnson & Johnson - If you invested $1,000 in 1938, it would be worth $3,433,940 today (3433.9x return)

Rank #2
PG
Procter & Gamble
Price in 1938
$0.25
Value in 2025
$586,656

Procter & Gamble - If you invested $1,000 in 1938, it would be worth $586,656 today (586.7x return)

Rank #3
CVX
Chevron
Price in 1938
$0.31
Value in 2025
$474,914

Chevron - If you invested $1,000 in 1938, it would be worth $474,914 today (474.9x return)

🦸 Top 5 Comics
Action Comics #1
Action Comics #1
$8,000
Detective Comics #16
Detective Comics #16
$10,200
Adventure Comics #32
Adventure Comics #32
$50,000
Famous Funnies #47
Famous Funnies #47
$1,200
The Funnies #12
The Funnies #12
$42,000
🧸 Top 5 Toys
Scrabble
Scrabble
$250.00
MÀrklin Electric Trains
MÀrklin Electric Trains
$300.00
Monopoly
Monopoly
$200.00
Tinkertoys
Tinkertoys
$150.00
Radio Flyer Wagon
Radio Flyer Wagon
$120.00
⚾ Top 5 Trading Cards
1938 Gum Inc. Horrors of War #1 It's War
1938 Gum Inc. Horrors of War #1 It's War
$2,500
1938 Churchman's Boxing Personalities Joe Louis
1938 Churchman's Boxing Personalities Joe Louis
$32,000
1938 Wills's Three Castles Film Stars Clark Gable
1938 Wills's Three Castles Film Stars Clark Gable
$80,000
1938 Player's Cigarettes Film Stars Second Series Charlie Chaplin
1938 Player's Cigarettes Film Stars Second Series Charlie Chaplin
$250,000
1938 Gallaher Famous Cricketers Don Bradman
1938 Gallaher Famous Cricketers Don Bradman
$15,000