AUGUST 31, 1938

Full News Archive

• Headline: Greyhound's Record Attempt at NYS Fair. Impact: If only that Greyhound had made the record, it could have inspired a whole new breed of racing dogs. Instead, we’re left with 'Toto' and 'Rover'—real original names, right?. Fact: Did you know that Greyhounds are actually the second fastest land animals? Yep, right after humans trying to catch the ice cream truck in summer..
• Headline: Major League Leaders Face Off in 1938. Impact: This headline caused millions of fans to adopt the most ridiculous superstitions, from wearing the same socks to avoiding eye contact with the TV during a game. Thanks, Major League, for turning us all into ceremonial weirdos.. Fact: Did you know that baseball was invented by a bunch of bored people who couldn't find a sport that involved sitting still for hours? Sounds familiar, right?.
• Headline: PWA ALLOTS $9,976,111; Four Jersey ProJects Included in Total of 72. Impact: The allocation of funds led to Jersey becoming the go-to model for future government spending—because nothing screams efficiency like a project that takes longer than a reality TV show to finish.. Fact: Did you know that the PWA was basically the government’s way of saying, 'Here, hold my beer' while trying to fix the economy? Spoiler alert: They never got the beer back..
• Headline: R. S. Firestones Have Child. Impact: The birth of Firestone's daughter inspired a series of tireless debates on whether the child would eventually inherit the family business or just be a famous influencer. Spoiler: It’s a toss-up.. Fact: Did you know that the Firestone company also has a fun history with rubber? So much so, that their family gatherings probably involved an inflatable pool, a lot of tire jokes, and questionable decisions..
• Headline: FRANK C. FELHABER. Impact: Frank C. Felhaber became a name that, for some reason, only history enthusiasts remember. His legacy? The world may never know, but history will endlessly speculate.. Fact: Did you know that names like 'Frank C. Felhaber' were actually quite common back in the day? So common, in fact, that you could probably find at least three in your local phonebook… if those still existed..
• Headline: ALBERT S. SCHENCK. Impact: Albert Schenck's name might have faded into obscurity, but it inspired countless poets and novelists to create characters who are just as nondescript. Thanks for the literary inspiration, Albert!. Fact: Did you know that 'Schenck' is actually a German word that translates to 'where's my coffee?' Just kidding, but wouldn’t that be a plot twist?.
• Headline: Norma Shearer Quits Hospital. Impact: Norma's departure from the hospital sparked a nationwide trend of celebrities mysteriously leaving places, leading to speculation that hospitals are just really glamorous waiting rooms for famous people.. Fact: Did you know that Norma Shearer was once a major star in Hollywood? She probably left the hospital just to avoid the paparazzi trying to snap a shot of her in a hospital gown..
• Headline: Ruth Seeks Active Post As Dodger Pinch-Hitter. Impact: Babe Ruth’s quest to be a pinch-hitter for the Dodgers inspired future athletes to think they could take up any sport, regardless of their physical condition. Thanks, Ruth, for the false sense of hope!. Fact: Did you know Babe Ruth once ate a whole turkey before a game? Talk about a pinch-hitter with a side of stuffing!.