FEBRUARY 14, 1940

Full News Archive

• Headline: Estranged couple faces off in election. Impact: Ah, nothing like a little family drama to spice up local politics! This election probably set the stage for future estranged couples to air their dirty laundry on social media. Thanks to them, we now have reality TV.. Fact: Did you know that arguing over political positions can often lead to divorce? Well, at least they had something to talk about at family gatherings..
• Headline: Children Gift Book to Mrs. Roosevelt. Impact: These children probably thought they were just writing a book, but little did they know that their innocent act of kindness would inspire generations of activists. Who needs fairy tales when you can have social justice fables?. Fact: Fun fact: Mrs. Roosevelt was known for her strong advocacy for human rights. So, you could say these kids were basically her future fan club..
• Headline: BATA COMPANY HOPEFUL; Shoe Concern Expects U.S. to Ease Some Restrictions. Impact: The Bata Company’s optimism led to a shoemaker’s renaissance. In a few decades, their hopes would inspire the creation of shoes that would be worn by people running from their problems—like their marketing team running from reality.. Fact: Did you know that shoe sales often increase during economic downturns? Because nothing says 'I’m okay' like a new pair of shoes..
• Headline: ALL-NIGHT VIGIL FAILS TO PREVENT SUICIDE; Ill Woman Hangs Herself as Husband Dozes Briefly. Impact: The tragic end of this woman's life sparked conversations about mental health, leading to future advocacy that would slowly but surely chip away at the stigma surrounding it. A sad event, but perhaps a catalyst for change.. Fact: Did you know that suicide is often a silent crisis? It’s a tough subject, but history shows us that talking about it can save lives..
• Headline: MOORE FOR EDISON AS HIS SUCCESSOR; Also Urges Cromwell for Race for Barbour Seat. Impact: This political maneuvering would eventually lead to debates about who should really be in power—because nothing says democracy like a good old-fashioned family feud.. Fact: Did you know that sometimes the best politicians are the ones who don’t have to compete against their spouse? Just a thought..
• Headline: GENERAL MOTORS GETS LABOR ACCORD; Stipulation Defines Terms for Calling NLRB Elections in 59 Corporation Plants. Impact: This labor accord would go on to create a whole new generation of workers who would forever be confused about their rights. Thanks to a shoe company, we now have a workforce that can at least agree on lunch breaks.. Fact: Did you know that labor accords often involve more fine print than a novel? Because who doesn’t love a good legal thriller?.
• Headline: SOLOMON, MULLENS ARE INDICTED HERE ON BRIBERY CHARGE; $34,833 FRAUD SEEN Tammany Leader Named With Tremaine Ex-Aide in Print Job Deals DEWEY MOVE IS ASSAILED Politics Behind Case, Lawyer for Solomon Asserts--Tax Evasion Laid to 2 Others. Impact: The indictment of these figures would eventually lead to a wave of political reforms, proving that crime doesn’t pay—except when it does, and then it just leads to more crime, like a never-ending soap opera.. Fact: Did you know that bribery charges often come with a side of drama? It's like the 'Real Housewives' of politics..
• Headline: Free Press, Free Information the Best Aid To Democracy, President Tells Reporters. Impact: Roosevelt’s emphasis on free press would later inspire a generation of journalists who believed they could change the world—one sensational headline at a time. So, thanks for that, FDR!. Fact: Did you know that the phrase 'fake news' didn’t exist back then? They just called it 'news' and hoped for the best!.