APRIL 17, 1939

Full News Archive

• Headline: Marian Anderson's Historic Carnegie Hall Recital. Impact: Marian Anderson's victory at Carnegie Hall inspired generations of artists, leading to a world where karaoke nights are dominated by wannabe sopranos and people passionately debating if they should sing 'Rolling in the Deep' or 'Bohemian Rhapsody' at their next family gathering. Fact: Did you know that Marian Anderson was once denied the opportunity to sing at Constitution Hall because of her race? She eventually sang at the Lincoln Memorial, making it clear that nothing could keep her voice from being heard.
• Headline: Marriage of Borglum's Daughter in South Dakota. Impact: Mary-Ellis Borglum's wedding to David Vhay initiated a long line of 'artistic family' weddings, where the only requirement is that your last name must be either an artistic medium or a famous landmark. Get ready for the Van Gogh-Great Wall nuptials!. Fact: Mary-Ellis Borglum's father was Gutzon Borglum, the sculptor of Mount Rushmore. So, yes, she literally married into a family that was carving faces into granite.
• Headline: THOMAS RECAPTURES FIRST PLACE IN CHESS; Turns Back Najdorf at Margate --Golombek Wins Long Match. Impact: Thomas's chess victory over Najdorf set off a chain reaction in the chess community, leading to the invention of chess boxing as a result of too many players getting bored waiting for their turn to make a move. Fact: Chess is the only game where you can still be considered a genius while losing spectacularly, provided you wear a beret and sip espresso while doing so.
• Headline: NEED FOR RELIGION CALLED VITAL NOW; Bishop Manning Urges That a Troubled World Turn to Church for Guidance. Impact: Bishop Manning's call for religious guidance triggered a wave of 'spiritual influencers' on social media, ultimately culminating in a new trend where people seek divine advice through TikTok dances. Fact: Bishops have historically been known for their ceremonial robes, but if they wore hoodies and sneakers, maybe more people would show up to church!.
• Headline: MISS REID HANDY ENGAGED TO WED; Riverdale Girl, an Art Student, Will Become the Bride of David F. Currier JUNIOR LEAGUE MEMBER Debutante of 1937 Graduate of Westover--Fiance Is an Alumnus of Yale. Impact: Miss Reid Handy's engagement led to a 50% increase in art students proclaiming their romantic aspirations through interpretative dance, which remains misunderstood by their peers. Fact: Being a 'junior league member' sounds fancy, but it's really just a way to have a more exclusive group of friends while practicing your best tea party etiquette.
• Headline: Chosen Boy Scout Head For Manhattan Council. Impact: Dr. S.W. Wynne's nomination as head of the Manhattan Council was the catalyst for a series of increasingly bizarre council meetings, which eventually led to the invention of the 'emergency donut' policy. Fact: Scouting is the only place where you can learn survival skills while also mastering the art of crafting the perfect s'more. Priorities, right?.
• Headline: MARGARET E. OHLSON TO HAVE JULY BRIDAL; Michigan Alumna Will Be Wed to George F. McAdams Jr. Subber--Tonkonogy. Impact: Margaret E. Ohlson's upcoming wedding led to a sudden spike in wedding planners with questionable taste and a penchant for Pinterest boards featuring llamas in tuxedos. Fact: Wedding planning is the only time when it's socially acceptable to spend more on one day than some people make in a year. No pressure!.
• Headline: OLIVI FIRST IN BIKE RACE; Philadelphian Wins Cox Event Despite Mishap at Start. Impact: Olivi's bike race victory inspired a generation of cyclists who believe they can outrun their problems, resulting in a rise in 'spandex therapy' groups across the nation. Fact: Competitive cycling is one of the few sports where you can get a speeding ticket for going too fast on a bicycle. Talk about pressure!.