OCTOBER 15, 1938

Full News Archive

• Headline: Lehman Rejects Communist Support in 1938. Impact: Lehman rejecting communist aid led to a ripple effect of anti-communist sentiment that inspired a whole new generation of 'Red Scare' paranoia. Who knew a simple telegram could influence decades of political witch hunts?. Fact: Did you know that rejecting help from communists is like saying no to free pizza? You might regret it later when you find yourself hungry for better policies!.
• Headline: Gerstle Mack on Toulouse-Lautrec. Impact: Gerstle Mack's portrayal of Lautrec in the art world became a reference point for how society views artists with bohemian lifestyles. This eventually led to an explosion of artistic movements that still influence hipster culture today. Thanks, Lautrec!. Fact: Did you know Toulouse-Lautrec was so short that he had to stand on a stool to paint? The ultimate height of artistic ambition!.
• Headline: BRONX WAREHOUSE BURNS; Firemen Battle an Hour to Bring Flames Under Control. Impact: The warehouse fire in the Bronx served as a catalyst for stricter fire safety regulations across the nation. One could argue that the flames ignited a revolution of safety measures that prevented many future disasters. Firefighters: the real heroes!. Fact: Did you know that firemen have to endure hours of training that involves running up and down stairs? Talk about a workout plan that really heats things up!.
• Headline: GEOGHAN GOES ON WITH RACKET CASE; ASKS SPEEDY TRIAL; Holds Move to Supersede Him Does Not Affect Larceny Phase of Inquiry SEEKS BLUE-RIBBON JURY Meanwhile Lehman Considers Candidates to Prosecute Corruption Charges Herlands Is Silent Will Ask Blue-Ribbon Jury GEOGHAN GOES ON WITH RACKET CASE. Impact: Geoghan's corruption case became a part of the larger narrative of political corruption in America, creating a legacy of skepticism towards public officials. Just when you thought it couldn't get worse, enter 'fixes' and blue-ribbon juries!. Fact: Did you know that blue-ribbon juries are like the A-list of juries? They only invite the best of the best to sit and judge the scandalous antics of the less fortunate!.
• Headline: Europe; King of Belgians Seeks Peace for Strife-Torn Nations A King in Earnest A Mission for Peace. Impact: The King of Belgium's peace mission was one of many attempts by European leaders to avoid conflict leading up to World War I, a noble pursuit that ultimately failed spectacularly. But hey, at least they tried—right?. Fact: Did you know that kings often have more pressing matters to attend to than peacekeeping? Like royal banquets and keeping their crowns shiny!.
• Headline: COQ BRUYERE TOPS HUNTS RACE FIELD; Favored in Monmouth County Gold Cup Race, Feature of Meet in Jersey Today. Impact: Coq Bruyere's victory in the Gold Cup race not only elevated the profile of horse racing in New Jersey but also inspired countless films and novels depicting the glamorous yet gritty world of equestrian sports. Because who doesn't love a good underdog story with horses?. Fact: Did you know that horse racing was once considered a sport for the elite? Now everyone just bets on it while eating nachos—progress!.
• Headline: OVERTON, GOLDTHORPE TIE FOR MEDAL AT 69; Everitt Third With 71 in Geist Memorial Golf at Absecon. Impact: Overton and Goldthorpe tying for the medal at the Geist Memorial Golf Tournament became a benchmark for competitive equality in the sport, leading to more ties and a rise in golfers' therapy sessions. Golf: the only sport where a tie is still celebrated!. Fact: Did you know that golf was originally played with a stick and a leather ball? Thank goodness they upgraded before we had to witness that chaos on the greens!.