SEPTEMBER 5, 1942

Full News Archive

• Headline: Victory Gardening Classes Begin in Bronx Park. Impact: Little did they know that these garden classes would spark an obsession with home gardening, leading to the Instagram influencer culture where every avocado toast is now a 'homegrown' masterpiece. Thank you, Bronx Park!. Fact: Did you know that victory gardens were originally meant to boost morale during wartime? Now they just boost self-esteem in suburban backyard enthusiasts..
• Headline: Roosevelt's 1942 Wage and Price Controls. Impact: This order set off a chain reaction that led to endless debates about wage ceilings, which ultimately paved the way for people to become experts in complaining about their pay on social media. Thanks, FDR!. Fact: Fun fact: wage ceilings are a lot like dieting – everyone talks about them, but nobody seems to stick to them for long..
• Headline: 1942 Yale-Sheffield Society Elections. Impact: The selection of these society members led to the redefinition of 'influence' on campus, creating a legacy where being part of a secret society became more coveted than a degree. Who needs education when you have connections?. Fact: Did you know that these societies could have an impact on future U.S. presidents? Or at the very least, future mediocre podcast hosts?.
• Headline: HUGH L. MONTGOMERY; Philadelphia Ex-Councilman, 81, Active in Politics 42 Years. Impact: Montgomery's long political career set a precedent for the 'forever politician' trope, inspiring generations to believe that 40 years of mediocre service is just fine. Who needs fresh ideas anyway?. Fact: Fun fact: Montgomery was in politics long enough to witness more changes than your average smartphone. And yet, here we are, still with the same old issues..
• Headline: PRESIDENT MAY TAKE TRIP; Tour of War Camps and Industries Said to Be in Prospect. Impact: Roosevelt's potential trip would go on to inspire countless presidential tours, making it a tradition that would eventually lead to modern-day photo ops that are more about selfies than substance.. Fact: Did you know presidential tours often include a lot of 'meet and greets' that really just mean 'smile and wave at people while avoiding real issues'?.
• Headline: SERVICE IS PLANNED FOR 'LABOR SUNDAY'; St. John's to Hold Afternoon Observance Led by Jersey Road Commissioner CHINA BISHOP TO PREACH New Cathedral College Home on West Side to Be Dedicated Tuesday Afternoon. Impact: This observance contributed to the ongoing struggle for labor rights, unintentionally teaching us that sometimes a Sunday service is just as effective as a union meeting. Who knew God was such a fan of workers' rights?. Fact: Did you know that Labor Sunday is actually a thing? Because nothing says 'we care about workers' like an afternoon church service followed by a potluck!.
• Headline: KARL J. STOUFFER. Impact: While we don't know much about Stouffer, it’s safe to say that somewhere in the universe, his name could inspire a delicious frozen meal brand, thus forever altering dinner choices for busy parents everywhere.. Fact: Did you know that if you share a name with a famous person, you might just end up being overshadowed by a lasagna?.
• Headline: Shoe Group Lists Speakers. Impact: This gathering of shoe retailers may have inadvertently led to the rise of the influencer culture, where now every sneaker has its own social media presence. Thank you, footwear market!. Fact: Did you know that people spend more time choosing shoes than they do choosing their life partners? Priorities, people!.
• Headline: 56,160 Are Auxiliary Firemen. Impact: The enrollment of auxiliary firemen reflects a growing awareness of community safety, eventually leading to the day when everyone has a fire extinguisher at home – just in case their toaster decides to rebel.. Fact: Did you know that being an auxiliary fireman is a lot like being a superhero? You might not wear a cape, but you sure do save the day (and the toast)!.