MARCH 10, 1941

Full News Archive

• Headline: Whites Surge in Hawaii's 1940 Census. Impact: The census gains in Hawaii led to an influx of tourists who thought they were going to a paradise of sun and surf but ended up in an overpriced real estate nightmare. Thanks, census!. Fact: Did you know that the only thing that grows faster than the white population in Hawaii is the number of overpriced beachside cocktails?.
• Headline: Many Blankets for the Needy Initiative. Impact: The generosity of contributors to the needy blankets led to an unexpected rise in the cozy blanket industry, which ultimately resulted in the creation of the world’s first 'bed blanket fort championships.'. Fact: Fun fact: those blankets might not have been so cozy if they had been knitted by someone who thought 'scratchy' was a fashion statement..
• Headline: Theodore J. Schmit's Legacy. Impact: The rise of Theodore J. Schmit led to the eventual creation of a popular meme about people with three names, causing a surge in parents naming their kids after three different relatives. Thanks, Theo!. Fact: Did you know that having three names is statistically linked to having a more complex personality? Or maybe just a confusing one..
• Headline: HORACE MORAN; Interior Decorator, Ex-Official of Architectural League, 72. Impact: Horace Moran’s pursuit of interior decorating led to the age of 'minimalism,' which ironically caused people to hoard more junk to fill their empty spaces.. Fact: Did you know that the term 'interior decorator' used to mean 'person who can successfully convince you that your grandmother's couch is vintage'?.
• Headline: MRS. E, EVERETT CORTRIGHT. Impact: Mrs. E. Everett Cortright’s legacy inspired countless others to embrace the art of being a supportive spouse, leading to the rise of 'spouse appreciation days' that nobody actually celebrates.. Fact: Did you know that ‘Mrs. E. Everett Cortright’ sounds like the name of someone who never let her husband forget to take out the trash?.
• Headline: 200 ICE FISHERMEN SAVED; Coast Guard Pulls In Buffalo Men Stranded by Break-Up. Impact: The ice fishermen's rescue led to the creation of an annual Ice Fishing Safety Day, where people learn to avoid the 'I thought it was safe' pitfalls. Spoiler: it’s never safe.. Fact: Did you know that ice fishing is just like regular fishing, but with a much higher chance of hypothermia? What a fun family outing!.
• Headline: ASKS HUMAN SUBMISSION; Rev. A.R. Kleps Says Strength Lies in Trusting God. Impact: Rev. A.R. Kleps’ sermon about trusting God inadvertently led to a spike in people trusting their toaster to make breakfast without burning it. Trust issues, anyone?. Fact: Fun fact: trusting in God is great, but trusting your appliances might just lead to a few unexpected kitchen fires..
• Headline: 300 AT ELTINGE FUNERAL; Lambs Glee Club Sings at the Rites for Noted Actor. Impact: The funeral of actor Julian Eltinge brought together a diverse crowd, leading to the first-ever 'celebrity funeral fashion show' where attendees secretly competed for best-dressed mourner.. Fact: Did you know that Julian Eltinge was so popular that people started showing up to his funerals just to see who else would show up? Talk about dedication!.