NOVEMBER 19, 1938

Full News Archive

• Headline: Birth Announcement: Mrs. Blair-Smith's Son. Impact: If Mrs. Blair-Smith hadn't had her son, we might have avoided a future where that kid grows up to invent a bizarre new form of interpretive dance that becomes a global phenomenon. You're welcome, world.. Fact: Did you know that childbirth was once considered a magical event? Nowadays, it's just a great excuse to skip out on work..
• Headline: Green Advocates Boycott Against Nazi Germany. Impact: Green's call for a boycott of Nazi Germany was like sending a text message to a brick wall—nobody listened, but it did inspire the future 'Boycott Everything' social media trend. Thanks for the groundwork, Mr. Green!. Fact: Did you know that boycotting can sometimes lead to better outcomes? Like when you boycott that one friend who always steals the last slice of pizza..
• Headline: EXPEDITION DUG UP EARLY PERSIAN ART; Metropolitan Museum Tells of Finding Wall Paintings of Eighth to Tenth Century. Impact: The discovery of early Persian art led to a resurgence of interest in ancient cultures, ultimately inspiring hipster cafes to serve 'Persian-inspired' lattes that taste like disappointment.. Fact: Did you know that wall paintings are like Instagram for ancient civilizations? Except the likes were just people staring at the wall wondering what it all meant..
• Headline: MELLENTHIN'S DOG WINS; Takes Big Four Novice Stake at Cocker Spaniel Club Show. Impact: Mellenthin's dog winning the Big Four Novice Stake opened the door for future dogs to become celebrities, leading to a world where dogs have more Instagram followers than most people. Welcome to 2023!. Fact: Did you know that dog shows are basically the Olympics for canines? Just without the medals... or the actual athleticism..
• Headline: Roosevelt to Aid Refugees Here; 12,000 to Stay After Visas Expire; Permits to Be Extended Six Months--Hull Stresses Need of Finding Homes for Many Thousands--Taylor to Go to Londonw ROOSEVELT TO AID REFUGEES IN U. S. No Quota Changes Planned Reich to Cancel Passports Thousands Awaiting Turn. Impact: Roosevelt's aid to refugees marked a turning point that ultimately led to the United States becoming a melting pot of cultures—unless you're trying to get a reservation at a trendy restaurant, then good luck.. Fact: Did you know that the U.S. has always been a land of opportunity? Unless you're trying to buy a house in 2023, then it's more of a land of 'Good luck with that.'.
• Headline: I. Q. NOT CONSTANT, DR BOWMAN HOLDS; He Takes Issue With Prof. Leta S. Hollingworth, Who Says It Does Not Change CITES HIS EXPERIENCES Representatives of Mental Hygiene, Child Aid and Allied Agencies Meet 200 Agencies Represented Feeble-Mindedness Discussed. Impact: Dr. Bowman's assertion that IQ isn't constant has led to countless debates over the years. Who knew that arguing over intelligence could be so... unintelligent?. Fact: Did you know that IQ tests are like a bad relationship? They don't really define you, but you still obsess over the results..
• Headline: Tampa Beats Havana Eleven. Impact: Tampa's victory over Havana kicked off a series of friendly rivalries that made baseball the 'national pastime'—except when everyone decided it was better to watch paint dry.. Fact: Did you know that baseball is often called 'America's pastime'? But let's be real, it’s mostly just a reason to eat hotdogs and complain about the weather..
• Headline: Up-State Dog FeesTop $1,010,971. Impact: The upstate dog fees hitting over a million dollars led to a sudden rise in 'dog tax evasion,' where pet owners cleverly disguised their dogs as cats to avoid paying. Clever, but not exactly legal.. Fact: Did you know that dog licenses were originally created to keep track of rabies? Because nothing says 'I love my dog' like a hefty fee for its freedom..
• Headline: Europe; Anglo-American Trade Pact a Postscript to Munich Sowed the Whirlwind Difficult for the British. Impact: The Anglo-American Trade Pact post-Munich deepened transatlantic relations, which inevitably led to countless awkward moments at international meetings, like trying to agree on who has the best tea.. Fact: Did you know that trade pacts can be as confusing as a romantic relationship? One minute you're on the same page, the next, someone’s throwing a fit over tariffs..