OCTOBER 7, 1939

Full News Archive

• Headline: Opera Singers Booked in Italy. Impact: If only those opera singers had stayed in Italy, perhaps the American musical scene would have been a cacophony of off-key renditions instead of the Broadway golden age. Imagine the world devoid of 'Cats' – a real butterfly effect.. Fact: Opera singers have been known to hit notes so high that only dogs can hear them. So, if you're ever in a symphony hall and see a bunch of canines, you know why..
• Headline: The Brave Women of Warsaw 1939. Impact: The Warsaw women likely banded together in solidarity, which eventually led to the rise of the feminist movement. Who knew that women's gatherings could cause such a ruckus in the time continuum?. Fact: The phrase 'Well-behaved women seldom make history' was probably coined after observing the Warsaw women. So, take that, polite society!.
• Headline: LA GUARDIA URGES LABOR TO MAKE UP; Tells A.F.L. Convention in a Surprise Speech That Rift Hurts Workers' Cause TAFT CALLS NLRB BIASED Worst Perversion of Justice, He Says of Some Rulings-- U.S.S.R. Is Assailed. Impact: La Guardia's speech ignited labor movements that would ripple through the decades, leading to strikes, picket lines, and eventually the concept of 'work-life balance' – which is an ironic joke in today's world.. Fact: Taft's name is often associated with oversized suits. Maybe if he had a better tailor, his ideas would have fit better too!.
• Headline: CUBS RALLY TO WIN FROM WHITE SOX, 4-2; Triumph Behind Lee and Take 2-1 Lead in Chicago Series. Impact: The Cubs' victory sent shockwaves through the baseball world, leading to an era of intense rivalry that would make future generations question their sanity over a simple game of catch.. Fact: The Cubs' infamous 'Curse of the Billy Goat' began after a fan was asked to leave a game. Just goes to show, never disrespect a goat – they hold grudges!.
• Headline: Mystery Strike Halts Bronx Housing Job; $50,000,000 Work Tied Up by 100 Men; MYSTERY WALKOUT HALTS HOUSING JOB. Impact: This mysterious strike led to the invention of the phrase 'mystery meat' in the construction industry, as nobody could figure out what was happening on site. The contractors never saw it coming.. Fact: The only mystery more perplexing than this strike is how construction workers manage to take lunch breaks that last longer than the actual workday..
• Headline: BRITISH FIND FLAWS; Something More Reliable Than Hitler's Promise Is Declared Needed NO REPARATION HINT London Looks in Vain for Sign of Restoration of Poland or Czech State. Impact: This revelation about flaws in British policies likely contributed to the slow unraveling of trust in government promises, which continues to this day. Thanks for the trust issues, guys!. Fact: If only the British government had a 'return policy' for broken promises, maybe history would look a bit different!.
• Headline: CONFESSES MURDER, THEN SHE DENIES IT; Woman Changes Mind After Guilty Plea Halts Trial. Impact: The dramatic confession and subsequent denial likely sparked countless crime dramas and novels, inspiring generations of writers to explore the fascinating world of unreliable narrators.. Fact: This event is a reminder that courtroom dramas are more entertaining than actual court cases. Just ask any lawyer – they’ll tell you they wish their lives were as exciting as the shows!.
• Headline: COURTEOUS USHER GETS $364,500 NET; Appraisal of Woman's Estate Exceeds Earlier Estimates. Impact: The generous appraisal of the estate likely led to a frenzy of estate planning across the nation, as everyone scrambled to figure out how to leave behind a legacy that would impress their heirs – or at least make them rich.. Fact: They say money can’t buy happiness, but it sure can buy a lot of ‘friends’ who are suddenly very interested in your estate!.