JUNE 10, 1938

Full News Archive

• Headline: Jarrett's High-Profile Divorce in 1938. Impact: In a twist of fate, this divorce led to an unexpected surge in 1950s self-help books, as everyone suddenly felt qualified to give advice on love and relationships, despite having no experience whatsoever. Fact: Did you know that divorce rates actually soared after this event? Turns out, a celebrity divorce can inspire the masses to take a leap into the single life. Who knew?.
• Headline: Chinese Resistance at Chengchow Falls. Impact: This chaotic moment in history set off a domino effect that eventually led to an overabundance of war movies in the 1940s and 50s, as filmmakers rushed to capitalize on global conflict. Thank you, history!. Fact: This battle was just a minor blip in the larger context of World War II, yet it somehow managed to make it into the history books—proving that even the smallest events can leave a giant footprint.
• Headline: Death of Sir Arthur Spurgeon, Publisher. Impact: Spurgeon's death sparked an increase in newspaper circulation as publishers scrambled to fill the void left by this literary giant, inadvertently setting the stage for sensationalist journalism that we still see today. Fact: Spurgeon was such a big deal that his passing was almost like the last page of a gripping novel—leaving readers teetering on the edge of their seats, wondering how the story would unfold without him.
• Headline: Found in Brush; KIDNAP CONFESSION SPURS NEW SEARCH; TWO BELIEVED HELD. Impact: This kidnapping saga inspired countless movie plots and reality shows, leading to an era where everyone suddenly became an armchair detective—because, you know, it's super easy to solve mysteries from your couch. Fact: Kidnapping cases always seem to attract the most bizarre conspiracy theories. Just wait until some internet sleuth connects this case to a secret society of cats.
• Headline: OTTO J. SCHENCK. Impact: When Otto Schenck's name popped up in headlines, it inadvertently led to an increase in people trying to change their names to something more intriguing, resulting in a wave of odd name changes across the globe. Fact: Schenck? Sounds like the name of a villain in a bad spy movie. I mean, seriously, how can you trust anyone named Otto J. Schenck?.
• Headline: Will Rewrite Citron's Measure. Impact: This rewriting of Citron's measure led to a chain reaction of legislative confusion, proving once and for all that politicians can’t even agree on what color to paint the walls, let alone on laws that actually matter. Fact: Rewriting legislation is basically political for 'let's just pretend we know what we're doing.' Spoiler alert: they usually don’t.
• Headline: W. H. LANGHORNE DEAD IN VIRGINIA; Brother of Lady Astor and of Mrs. Charles Dana Gibson III for 14 Months. Impact: Langhorne's death sent shockwaves through the social elite, leading to lavish funeral events that would make even the most extravagant Hollywood parties look like a backyard barbecue. Fact: W. H. Langhorne was quite the socialite himself, proving that even in death, he knew how to throw a party—albeit a rather somber one.
• Headline: MAJ. T. G. TULLOCH, PALESTINE ENGINEER; One of Founders of Dead Sea Potash Project Dies at 72. Impact: Tulloch's passing marked the end of an era for the potash industry, leading to a scramble for his secrets and a sudden spike in interest in mineral exploration—because who wouldn’t want to dig up some good old-fashioned salts?. Fact: The Dead Sea is so salty that it doesn’t just support life; it’s basically a spa for anyone who can float. Thanks, Tulloch, for all that delicious saltiness!.
• Headline: 43 IN M'BURNEY CLASS; School Has Largest Graduation in History at Y. M. C. A.. Impact: This graduation milestone prompted a wave of Y.M.C.A. franchises to sprout up everywhere, leading to a very confusing time for people trying to figure out if they were joining a gym or a social club. Fact: Graduation ceremonies are basically the adult version of a participation trophy, just with more awkward hats and speeches that no one remembers five minutes later.