APRIL 7, 1941

Full News Archive

• Headline: Hart Names Naval Academy Candidates. Impact: Representative Hart's selection process led to an influx of naval officers who would later accidentally trip over their own shoelaces during important ceremonies, creating a ripple effect of naval faux pas that persists to this day.. Fact: Did you know that in the world of naval candidates, a perfect tie is the ultimate fashion statement? Who knew the seas could be so stylish?.
• Headline: Barnard Awards $600 Fellowships. Impact: The awards given to Harrison and Isaacs inspired a new generation of students to chase after dollars instead of knowledge, ultimately leading to a world where 'Student Loan Debt' became a popular career choice.. Fact: They say money can't buy happiness, but clearly it can buy someone a shiny new fellowship. Isn’t academia just the best?.
• Headline: Honoring Mrs. Oliver C. Gardiner. Impact: Mrs. Oliver C. Gardiner's presence in history has led to countless debates on the importance of middle names, culminating in a future where people start naming their children after their favorite snacks.. Fact: Did you know that 'Mrs.' was actually the original title for 'Queen'? The more you know!.
• Headline: U.S. STEEL STRIKE REPORTED AVERTED; Continued Plant Operation and Extension of Parleys to April 15 Seen Assured U.S. STEEL STRIKE REPORTED AVERTED. Impact: The averted U.S. Steel strike set a precedent for future negotiations, leading to a world where workers learned that sometimes all it takes to avoid a strike is a promise and a slightly better coffee machine.. Fact: Fun fact: U.S. Steel was so confident they could avoid strikes that they considered changing their name to 'U.S. Steel & Coffee.'.
• Headline: HENRY BURR, NOTED AS BALLAD SINGER; Voice That Thrilled Millions Over Air and on Stage Still Heard on Phonograph HE DIES IN CHICAGO AT 59 'In the Shade of the Old Apple Tree' One of Favorites-Made Tests With Edison. Impact: Henry Burr's passing created a void in the music industry, leading to an eventual rise in auto-tune, as no one could sing quite like him—much to the dismay of future generations.. Fact: Did you know 'In the Shade of the Old Apple Tree' was actually about a very confused apple tree? It was quite the drama!.
• Headline: MRS. WALTER FARWELL. Impact: Mrs. Walter Farwell's history is so vague that it led future historians to conclude that many women in history were simply 'Mrs. Someone Else'—a trend that continues to baffle society.. Fact: Did you know that 'Mrs.' is just 'Mister' with a twist? It’s like the linguistic version of a dance move gone wrong..
• Headline: CLEAR RUGG BOOKS IN PHILADELPHIA; Three Educators Report That the Social Science Texts Are Not Subversive 'TRUTHFUL FACTS' GIVEN But Wrongs Are Not 'Unduly Stressed,' Says Report to Public Affairs Committee. Impact: The report on Rugg's social science texts triggered an endless debate on what constitutes 'truthful facts,' eventually resulting in a world where 'alternative facts' became a popular catchphrase.. Fact: Did you know that 'truthful facts' is an oxymoron? Much like 'jumbo shrimp' or 'military intelligence.'.
• Headline: PONZI WINS ON 125 RUN; Blanks Rudolph in Title Pocket Billiards, Then Loses. Impact: Ponzi's victory on the billiard table led to an increase in billiards popularity, which indirectly resulted in the creation of a new sport: competitive couch-sitting, where participants attempt to binge-watch entire seasons of shows without moving.. Fact: Did you know that billiards was once considered a serious sport? Now it’s just a great excuse for hanging out with friends and pretending to be sophisticated..
• Headline: ART OF HEMISPHERE TO BE SENT ON TOUR; Collection Will Be Shown in South American Museums. Impact: The art collection tour in South America influenced generations of artists, leading to an art movement that involved painting with fruit—because who doesn’t love a good banana portrait?. Fact: Did you know that contemporary art is just a fancy way of saying, 'I spilled paint on a canvas and called it a masterpiece?'.