JUNE 21, 1941

Full News Archive

• Headline: Remembering Raymond C. Allen. Impact: Had Raymond C. Allen not existed, Manchester might have been led by a cat named Mr. Whiskers. Who knows how many feline-related policies could have been implemented?. Fact: Did you know that being a legislator in New Hampshire is basically a part-time job? You could be a legislator and still have time to run a small farm or, you know, just binge-watch reality TV..
• Headline: Morgan Strike Ends with Agreement. Impact: The end of the Morgan strike led to a boom in labor relations, which eventually inspired the creation of 'National Nap Time' - a holiday where everyone gets to take a break from their jobs. Still waiting on Congress for that one.. Fact: The best part about labor strikes? They often result in more paperwork than actual work. Who knew labor negotiations could be so riveting!.
• Headline: Open Scholarships for Metropolitan Youth. Impact: This decision created a chain reaction leading to some of the most brilliant minds in medicine, and it also led to a rise in ‘I’ll be studying at John Hopkins’ as the go-to humblebrag among high school seniors.. Fact: Johns Hopkins was actually named after a guy named Johns Hopkins. Shocking, I know!.
• Headline: SELECTEES SHOW GUN PROFICIENCY; Men in 4th Armored Division Advance Rapidly in Firing 75-MM. Field Piece. Impact: The proficiency shown by these selectees led to the development of future military training programs, which ultimately resulted in the creation of laser tag for kids. So, in a roundabout way, they helped keep children occupied at birthday parties.. Fact: 75-MM field pieces are not a type of artisanal cheese, although they sound like they could be! Imagine asking for a slice of that at a fancy cheese shop..
• Headline: CAMPBELL ESTATE DIVIDED; Eighteen Persons Get $45,000 Each in St. Louis Ruling. Impact: This estate division caused a ripple effect, leading to a never-ending family feud over who gets Aunt Gertrude's collection of porcelain cats. Family gatherings are still awkward to this day.. Fact: Dividing estates can often lead to more drama than a reality TV show. Who knew money could bring out so much emotion?.
• Headline: PAUL DRAPER TO WED DANCER ON MONDAY; Heidi Vosseler to Become His Bride in Rio de Janeiro. Impact: Their wedding inspired a series of poorly made rom-coms featuring clumsy dancers and over-the-top weddings. Hollywood is eternally grateful for this moment.. Fact: Weddings in Rio de Janeiro are known for their lavishness. So if you're planning a low-key affair, you might want to skip the samba on the beach!.
• Headline: CAMP STEWART; GEORGIA. Impact: Camp Stewart led to the establishment of countless camp-themed events, eventually inspiring everything from summer camps to adult retreats where people pretend to enjoy nature.. Fact: Georgia is home to a lot of military camps, and yes, they all involve a lot of marching and very little free Wi-Fi..
• Headline: FORT MONMOUTH; NEW JERSEY. Impact: Fort Monmouth's activities contributed to various technological advancements, particularly in communication—because who doesn’t want to be able to text while dodging bullets?. Fact: Fort Monmouth was once known as the 'Army's Communication Hub,' which is a fancy way of saying they were really good at yelling across the field..