MARCH 19, 1940

Full News Archive

• Headline: Chamberlain's Radio Controversy Unfolds. Impact: If only Chamberlain had just learned to tune into the right frequency, maybe the world would have gotten a different message. Instead, the uproar over his radio mishap led to the rise of conspiracy theories, which eventually birthed the internet’s wildest theories about aliens and Elvis still being alive.. Fact: The only thing worse than being accused of running an illicit radio station is being accused of not knowing how to use a radio at all..
• Headline: M'Avoy Withdraws from State Election Race. Impact: McAvoy’s withdrawal was a monumental moment that inspired future politicians to realize that sometimes it's better to just leave the race before you trip over your own campaign promises.. Fact: This is the first time a politician has shown the sense to quit before embarrassing themselves. It’s a rare breed!.
• Headline: Queen Mary and Mauretania as Troop Ships Rumored With Arrival of 770 British Seamen; 770 BRITISH SEAMEN BOARD 2 SHIPS HERE. Impact: The moment they decided to repurpose luxury liners into troop ships, history took a turn. Little did they know that this would eventually lead to the invention of the cruise warship, where you can enjoy a buffet while dodging torpedoes.. Fact: Talk about a downgrade! From sipping cocktails to dodging bullets—life really knows how to throw a curveball..
• Headline: MEETING IS CORDIAL; Germany Sees Proposed Bloc Curbing Britain's Influence in Balkans MOSCOW PARLEY PLANNED 'New Order in Europe' Said to Have Been Main Topic of the Hitler-Mussolini Talk. Impact: This cordial meeting led to a series of events that would make everyone wish they had just stayed home that day. The 'New Order' didn't quite work out as planned, did it? Spoiler alert: it ended badly.. Fact: When you think things are going well, just remember that cordial meetings can lead to world wars. Next time you’re at a family dinner, tread carefully!.
• Headline: PUERTO RICAN 'TVA' GETS HEARIING TODAY; House Committee Expects Row --Island Sends Disputants. Impact: The Puerto Rican TVA hearing was the first sign that political debates could be just as chaotic as family arguments over Thanksgiving dinner—complete with shouting and no one actually listening.. Fact: In politics, a 'row' is just another word for 'we're not getting anything done today.'.
• Headline: L.E. Hanley Heads Hecla Mining. Impact: Hanley's leadership set the stage for mining operations to become an unexpected reality show, complete with drama, backstabbing, and the occasional treasure hunt.. Fact: Being the head of a mining company is like being the captain of a ship—everyone wants to know where the gold is but no one wants to deal with the dirty work!.
• Headline: RELIEF PICKETS GO TO JAIL; Demonstration at Bronx Office Brings Sentence. Impact: The brave picketers who went to jail for relief paved the way for future activists who would later realize that sometimes the best way to get your message across is to have a good lawyer on speed dial.. Fact: Going to jail for a cause? Talk about dedication! Just don’t forget to bring snacks for the stay..
• Headline: NLRB POLL APRIL 17 FOR GENERAL MOTORS; Record Employe Election Will Cover 125,000 in 59 Plants. Impact: This monumental poll for General Motors was a big step towards empowering employees, though it also set in motion the concept of 'workplace drama' we'd all come to know and love in the modern era.. Fact: Nothing screams 'we care about your opinion' like a giant poll covering 125,000 employees. Just make sure you’re not the one stuck reading the results!.