JUNE 27, 1938

Full News Archive

• Headline: Easing Banking Rules in 1938. Impact: This easing of bank rules was like giving a toddler a sugar rush. Suddenly, banks were throwing loans around like confetti, leading to a series of economic ups and downs that would leave economists scratching their heads and blaming each other for decades. Fact: Did you know that these relaxed rules ultimately contributed to the 2008 financial crisis? It's like giving a kid a shiny new toy and then being surprised when it breaks—even after a million warnings!.
• Headline: Vital Decision for Church Leadership. Impact: The church's decision to either compromise or fight set off a chain of debates that echoed through pews for years. It gave rise to countless sermons, debates, and, of course, the inevitable church potluck where nobody could agree on whether to serve meatloaf or tuna casserole. Fact: Fun fact: It's scientifically proven that any church meeting that includes a discussion on compromise also includes at least one person who believes that gluten-free bread is the devil's work.
• Headline: Truant Officer's Sudden Death Shocks Community. Impact: The sudden death of a truant officer brought about a series of school policy changes, leading to stricter attendance rules. Ironically, it resulted in a generation of kids perfecting the art of faking sick—something that remains a rite of passage to this day. Fact: Did you know that the only thing scarier than a truant officer is the thought of being caught skipping class? Talk about motivation!.
• Headline: STORM HALTS PLANE CARRYING FIRST LADY; Craft Lands as She Is Returning From Arthurdale, W. Va.. Impact: The storm that halted the First Lady's plane would go on to inspire countless memes about the unpredictability of travel. It also reinforced the idea that no matter how high you fly, Mother Nature can always throw a tantrum. Fact: Did you know that this incident prompted the First Lady to suggest a new policy for travel: 'If it looks stormy, just take a car'? Sadly, it didn’t catch on.
• Headline: CELEBRATES FIRST MASS; Rev. W. M. O'Bierne Was Ordained in Capital on June 16. Impact: The celebration of Rev. W. M. O'Bierne's first mass was the kind of event that sparked not only religious gatherings but also a slew of 'firsts' in the community, like the first potluck where the casserole was mysteriously missing a key ingredient. Fact: Did you know that the first mass is often said to be the most nerve-wracking? It’s like a debutante ball, but with less glitter and more incense.
• Headline: MAURICE J. CURRAN; Boston Banker Also Executive of Gillette Safety Razor Co.. Impact: Maurice J. Curran's dual role as a banker and safety razor executive led to a bizarre intersection of finance and grooming standards, leading many aspiring bankers to sport the sharpest hairstyles (and facial hair) to impress their clients. Fact: Did you know that the safety razor was considered a revolutionary invention? Right up until someone realized that shaving was still a risky business, especially if you were half-asleep in the morning.
• Headline: 8-DAY HEAT WAVE BROKEN BY STORMS,; Mercury Drops 20 Degrees in Few Hours From High of 81--Throngs Are Drenched BOLT HITS POLE AT SCHOOL Two Drown in Long Island Waters-Lifeguards Rescue Many in Heavy Surf Many Caught in Showers Family Escapes Drowning Police Save Man From Mud. Impact: The heat wave broken by storms not only provided relief but also sparked a fashion revolution in swimwear. People suddenly realized that wet clothes can double as a fashion statement, or a desperate cry for help. Fact: Did you know that storms are just nature's way of reminding us that it can ruin your outdoor plans at any moment? Thanks, Mother Nature!.
• Headline: DR. SAMUEL GITTELSON OF PHILADELPHIA, 68; Eye Clinic Chief for 30 Years at Mount Sinai Hospital. Impact: Dr. Samuel Gittelson’s long tenure at the eye clinic led to a legacy of clear vision—or at least a lot of 'I see what you did there' remarks among his colleagues. His work paved the way for better eye care, saving countless people from squinting at menus. Fact: Fun fact: If you think eye doctors have a tough job, try explaining to them that your glasses are just for reading the menu at a restaurant!.
• Headline: URGES NEW CITY LAW TO END FIRE HAZARDS; Spellman Seeks Restoration of Omitted Section. Impact: The push for a new city law to end fire hazards was like a wake-up call for city officials. It not only saved lives but also sparked a series of bureaucratic meetings where everyone pretended to care about fire safety until the next big scandal came along. Fact: Did you know that the best way to ensure fire safety is to avoid having meetings about it? Because nothing gets done faster than when the fire code is just a suggestion!.
• Headline: ASSEMBLIES ARE BANNED; Meeting of Over Five Persons Prohibited in Guiana. Impact: Banning assemblies over five people was like giving a toddler a timeout—effective in theory but guaranteed to lead to more rebellious behavior and secret gatherings in basements across Guiana. Fact: Did you know that trying to control human gatherings is about as effective as trying to herd cats? Good luck with that!.