AUGUST 7, 1938

Full News Archive

• Headline: AFL Agreement Boosts Housing Construction. Impact: This agreement spurred a wave of construction, leading to homes being built faster than you can say 'who's paying for this?' Spoiler alert: It's always the taxpayers.. Fact: Labor agreements are like relationships; if they don't involve a bit of arguing, are they even real?.
• Headline: Ohio Guard's Role in Labor Struggles. Impact: The Ohio Guard's heavy-handed tactics only solidified the workers' resolve, creating a historical narrative that would eventually inspire countless labor movements, thus ensuring that 'union' would become a household word – just not in the way they'd hoped.. Fact: The phrase 'barred meeting places' really makes you wonder what kind of meetings they were having. Book clubs? Or something more sinister?.
• Headline: WEST COAST SHIP SAILS; New Service to California Opens With 69 Passengers. Impact: This ship's journey marked the beginning of a delightful series of disasters involving lost cargo and seasick tourists, ultimately leading to the invention of the motion sickness pill. You're welcome, seasick sailors!. Fact: The SS City of Los Angeles probably had more personality than some of its passengers, who were too busy wishing they were flying instead..
• Headline: NOTES FOR THE TRAVELER; World Expositions Offer Displays of Tours--Warsaw Dwellings--Mexico's Roads OLD WARSAW HOUSES Windows Designated Owner's Position in Society ROADS THROUGH MEXICO New Units Are Completed for Highway of Two Americas DANCERS IN THE DESERT At Gallup the Indians Will Hold An Annual Dance Fest SANTA ROSA DE LIMA Saint's Festival Will Be Seen by Many Visiting Lima. Impact: The festivals promoted unity and cultural appreciation, but they also led to an influx of 'tourist traps' that still haunt travelers today. Thanks a lot, Gallup.. Fact: Dancing in the desert sounds romantic until you realize it's just sand in your shoes and sunburns on your back..
• Headline: LEAP FROM BRIDGE AVERTED, BY POLICE; PERSUADE HIM TO RETURN Patrolmen Climb Cable to Top of Williamsburg Span After Would-Be Suicide Promise of Food Induces Jobless Ironworker to Abandon Jump Without Struggle. Impact: This incident surprisingly sparked a national conversation on mental health, leading to more resources being allocated to those in need – which, ironically, is what the man was missing in the first place.. Fact: Sometimes, all it takes is a little food to save a life. Who knew comfort food could be so powerful?.
• Headline: Lost $3,000, Man, 77, Ends Life. Impact: This tragic event raised awareness about the plight of the elderly and sparked a wave of financial literacy programs aimed at preventing such heartbreaking outcomes in the future.. Fact: Losing $3,000 at 77 is the perfect plot for a tragic comedy – just add a laugh track and some heartfelt music..