AUGUST 9, 1938

Full News Archive

• Headline: Westchester Tournament's Near Hole-in-One. Impact: This near-miss led to the invention of the 'Golfing Excuse,' which has since been used by millions to justify their mediocre performance on the green.. Fact: Did you know that for every hole-in-one that occurs, 17 golfers claim they were just one swing away from greatness?.
• Headline: Miss Berg's Record-Setting Golf Round. Impact: Miss Berg's achievement sparked a nationwide trend where every golfer suddenly believed that they, too, could break records—if only they could find the right pair of lucky socks.. Fact: Fun fact: The average golfer spends more time searching for lost balls than actually playing golf. Talk about a hole in your schedule!.
• Headline: Dionnes Struggle with Illness in 1938. Impact: This incident served as a poignant reminder of the fragility of health, influencing future generations to prioritize wellness over work—though many still ignore it.. Fact: The Dionnes' struggle with illness led to a greater societal focus on health care, paving the way for debates that still rage today!.
• Headline: Shelley to Play Rugby. Impact: Shelley's decision to enter the world of rugby created a ripple effect, resulting in an increase in head injuries and questionable life choices among aspiring athletes everywhere.. Fact: Rugby: because sometimes you just need an excuse to tackle your friends without getting kicked out of the house!.
• Headline: SARATOGA CHART; Saratoga Entries Washington Park Entries Washington Park Results Narragansett Park Entries. Impact: This flood of racing results spurred a massive increase in betting, leading to a future where people would gamble on anything from horse races to the weather.. Fact: Saratoga is known for turning casual bettors into full-blown risk-takers—so much so that even the horses are starting to roll their eyes..
• Headline: Kathleen Franco Married. Impact: Kathleen’s nuptials inspired a generation to believe that love could conquer all, except maybe their student loans and existential dread.. Fact: Weddings are often the perfect opportunity for families to argue over who really should have gotten the last piece of cake..
• Headline: Nazis Removing Nuns As Nurses in Austria. Impact: The removal of nuns from nursing roles not only exacerbated the suffering in Austria but also highlighted the lengths to which oppressive regimes would go to control society.. Fact: This grim chapter in history reminds us of the importance of compassion and care—something that’s often sorely lacking in times of conflict..
• Headline: MISS JULIA CAMPAZZI IS ENGAGED TO MARRY; Jackson Heights Girl Fiancee of John Denis McMahon. Impact: Julia's engagement sparked a trend of early marriages that would lead to a future where people often wonder if they really knew their partner before saying 'I do.'. Fact: Engagements: the only time when you can post a million photos of your ring while ignoring the fact that you still can't agree on pizza toppings..
• Headline: TRUCK TO DISPLAY STAMP COLLECTION; Postoffice Will Send Special Vehicle to Schools All Over the Country. Impact: This quirky initiative led to a stamp-collecting craze that distracted children from their studies, paving the way for future generations to collect Pokémon cards instead.. Fact: Stamp collecting: the hobby that proves some people prefer to collect pieces of paper instead of actually leaving the house!.
• Headline: CITY ACTS TO BLOCK COUNCIL INQUIRIESz; By Court Attack on Validity of WNYC Investigation It Aims Also to Stop Sifting of Relief Basis of the Action The WNYC Investigation. Impact: This legal maneuver set a precedent for future politicians to dodge accountability, creating a legacy of 'investigations' that are more like elaborate magic tricks.. Fact: In politics, blocking inquiries is almost an Olympic sport—if only they could medal in accountability!.