JULY 14, 1940

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• Headline: Separatism Movement in Brittany Revived. Impact: The push for Breton separatism inspired countless hipster movements across Europe, leading to the rise of artisanal butter-making in Parisian cafés. Who knew a quest for liberation could result in overpriced toast?. Fact: Did you know that the idea of a 'buffer state' could have saved us from the invention of reality TV? Probably not, but wouldn’t that have been nice?.
• Headline: The Lady in Retirement Explored. Impact: The Lady in Retirement sparked a new trend where people decided to retire from their responsibilities instead of their jobs, resulting in an entire generation of 'professional procrastinators.'. Fact: Fun fact: If you ever feel like taking a break from life, just remember that some people have turned it into a career. Maybe it's time for the 'lady in retirement' to start a workshop?.
• Headline: Record Low Loan Rates in 1940. Impact: The drop in loan rates led to a housing boom that ultimately resulted in the era of DIY home renovations... and we all know how that turned out. Thanks, Pinterest.. Fact: Did you know that mortgage rates being low didn’t actually mean that people read the fine print? Shocking, I know!.
• Headline: HERE, THERE AND ELSEWHERE; Chicago. Impact: The commentary on Mrs. McBride's article sparked a national debate on the worth of art vs. the popularity of cat videos. Spoiler: cat videos won.. Fact: Did you know that 'Old Masters' in a national gallery can also refer to your great-uncle’s paintings of ducks? Just a fun little family history tidbit!.
• Headline: SPOTLIGHT ON ALTITUDE; Medical and Plane Experts Agree on 35,000 Feet As Present Limit. Impact: The agreement on flight altitude led to the invention of the in-flight snack, which eventually spiraled into the global airline food crisis we endure today. Thanks for that, medical experts.. Fact: Did you know that flying at 35,000 feet was chosen because it was too high for birds to bother the planes? Because that's exactly what we needed—less bird drama in our lives..
• Headline: INDUSTRIAL SPACE RISING IN DEMAND; R.A. Granniss Finds Growing Expansion in Peacetime Activities. Impact: The rising demand for industrial space led to the creation of the ‘office cubicle’—a concept designed to stifle creativity and make everyone feel like they’re on a corporate hamster wheel.. Fact: Did you know that industrial space is like a Tetris game? You just try to fit everything in without making a mess... and inevitably fail..
• Headline: AT THE WHEEL; PRODUCTION. Impact: The publication of data on car scrappage inadvertently started the trend of vintage car restoration. Now, your neighbor’s rusted heap is actually a 'classic project.'. Fact: Did you know that cars scrapped from 1930-39 are now considered 'vintage' and 'classic'? Makes you wonder what your junker will be worth in 50 years!.
• Headline: PLATTSBURG CAMPS VIE IN BIG PARADE; 3,000 Men and Youths of the C.M.T.C. March Together in Friendly Rivalry JUDGES PROVE DISCREET Jurist Father and His Son, 18, Both Carry Rifles--Newbold Morris Cleans Wrong Gun. Impact: The Plattsburg Camps parade led to the idea that all gatherings should have a competitive element, paving the way for today's over-the-top sports events and parades where no one actually knows why they’re happening.. Fact: Did you know that parades originally started as a way to show off military might? Now? They’re just a reason for people to throw confetti and drink overpriced lemonade!.