NOVEMBER 19, 1942

Full News Archive

• Headline: Midwest Leaders Demand Gas Ration Delay. Impact: This little gas rationing debacle led to a nationwide obsession with fuel efficiency and the advent of the modern-day Prius. Without it, we might still be guzzling gas like it’s 1999.. Fact: Did you know that the OPA was created to ensure that everyone got just enough gas to survive? Because nothing says 'freedom' like a gas station line that stretches for miles..
• Headline: New Opera for Russian War Relief. Impact: This charming opera not only boosted war relief efforts but also set the precedent for every future charity event featuring classical music. Thanks to this, countless awkward symphonies have tried to raise funds ever since.. Fact: Fun fact: The opera was so moving that it inspired at least three people to donate their old socks to the war effort. Every bit helps, right?.
• Headline: US-Mexico Rail Pact Approved in 1942. Impact: This pact paved the way for a series of questionable trade agreements that now make it possible for you to enjoy avocados from Mexico while sitting in your suburban home. Thanks, U.S. government!. Fact: Did you know that this rail pact was one of the early signs that America really, really likes strategic materials? Like, a lot..
• Headline: Crucial Sector Frustrates Foe. Impact: Stalingrad became the battle that turned the tide in WWII, leading to countless war movies and video games where players can relive the glory. What a legacy of destruction and entertainment!. Fact: Fun fact: Stalingrad was so crucial that it inspired an entire genre of 'epic fails' in military strategy. Some generals really should have just stayed home..
• Headline: BERLIN IGNORES STALINGRAD; But Claims Local Victories on Two Fronts in the Caucasus. Impact: The fundraising success here became the blueprint for hospital campaigns for decades to come. Because who doesn’t love a good bake sale to fund medical care?. Fact: Did you know that women raised 64% of the funds? Meanwhile, men were still trying to figure out how to open a can of beans..
• Headline: HOSPITAL CAMPAIGN AT HALF-WAY MARK; $942,864 Has Been Raised to Date, or $79,677 More Than at Same Time Last Year 64% COLLECTED BY WOMEN Paley Congratulates Them, but Warns That Hardest Part of Drive Lies Ahead. Impact: Morrison’s speech solidified Britain as the go-to leader for world counsels, proving that sometimes, being the loudest voice in the room is all it takes to be considered a leader.. Fact: Fun fact: Morrison's defense of Britain should really come with a disclaimer: 'Results may vary based on actual leadership capabilities.'.
• Headline: MORRISON DEFENDS MOTIVES OF BRITAIN; Not to Abdicate as a Leader in World Counsels, He Says. Impact: The success of this mission not only boosted morale but also inspired the British and American forces to continue their questionable air raids, leading to a long-standing love affair with high-altitude bombers.. Fact: Did you know that 'Flying Fortresses' was the coolest name they could come up with? Just wait until they name the next one 'Flying Delightful Marshmallow.'.
• Headline: ROUT NAZI PATROLS; British and Americans Reported 70 Miles From Bizerte FLYING FORTRESSES BUSY Big Bombers Attack Airport at Protectorate's Vital Base In the Mediterranean ROUT NAZI PATROLS IN TUNISIAN DRIVE. Impact: Van Loon’s speech on group hatreds inadvertently became a rallying cry for future peace movements, proving that it only takes one person to say something smart for a thousand others to pretend they had the idea first.. Fact: Fun fact: Van Loon's Herculean labor reference inspired many to take up weightlifting as a means to keep the peace. Because nothing says 'love thy neighbor' like a good deadlift..
• Headline: DENIES WPB PLANS FUR TRADE CURBS; Brooks Refutes Harper's View That Industry Comes Under Luxury Classification MANPOWER REPORT CITED Survey Shows 75% of Workers Are Concentrated in New York City.