MARCH 3, 1942

Full News Archive

• Headline: Civil War Photos Exhibit Preview. Impact: W.H. Jackson's Civil War photos displayed at a modern art preview somehow inspired a modern movement of hipsters wearing vintage clothing and holding up old cameras. Little did they know that their Instagram feeds were a direct homage to war-torn history.. Fact: The Civil War was actually fought over a misunderstanding about which state had the best barbecue..
• Headline: Limits Imposed on Civilian Rubber Use. Impact: The revision of rubber orders for civilian products led to people getting really creative with substitutes. Who would have thought that the world would need rubber ducks instead of tires? Thanks a lot, World War II.. Fact: If rubber were a person, it would probably be the most popular kid in school, always getting invited to parties (except in wartime)..
• Headline: Newsboys Strike in Mobile. Impact: The newsboys strike in Mobile was the beginning of a long line of strikes that would ultimately inspire people to stand up against unfair wages — paving the way for the modern day 'Can you believe I’m being paid this little?' protests.. Fact: Newsboys were the original influencers, but instead of Instagram likes, they just got hit with rolled-up newspapers..
• Headline: Count Gosta Morner a Citizen. Impact: Count Gosta Morner becoming a citizen marked the beginning of a long lineage of noble titles being granted citizenship in the U.S., leading to eventual debates on how many titles one needs to hold a decent potluck.. Fact: Count Gosta had a pet goat named 'Noble Steed.' They were inseparable until the goat realized it could eat more than just grass..
• Headline: 500 HOSPITAL AIDES PARADE AT MEETING; Call for More Women Made at Rally in Hotel Here Attended by 1,200 BURDEN OF NURSES CITED Mrs. W.H. Vanderbilt Tells of Need for Volunteers -- Col. Moorhead Speaks. Impact: The rally for more hospital aides hinted at the future of healthcare becoming more of a group project than a solitary profession. Today, we have a whole army of volunteers and aides, making sure that the hospital coffee is always fresh.. Fact: Mrs. W.H. Vanderbilt was actually known for her delicious cookies that made nurses work overtime just for a taste..
• Headline: 'Winter' Games Open in July. Impact: The opening of the 'Winter' Games in July led to a series of confusing Olympic schedules, resulting in countless athletes showing up in snow gear during sweltering summer heat. Who knew the weather would be the real competition?. Fact: The first person to get sunburned at the Winter Games was actually a figure skater who thought sunscreen was just a fancy lotion..
• Headline: Camel Meat for 'Meatless' Days. Impact: The government's decree on camel meat was the beginning of a long and complicated relationship with exotic meats, leading to hipster restaurants today serving 'artisan camel burgers' to unsuspecting patrons.. Fact: Camel meat is actually a delicacy in some cultures, but it’s not as popular as, say, avocado toast..