OCTOBER 13, 1943

Full News Archive

• Headline: Art Notes from 1943: A Knowledge Exchange. Impact: If only this art exhibit had included a time machine, perhaps we could have saved the world from bad taste in art decades later.. Fact: Art and Archaeology: the only combo that can make a dusty old pot seem like a priceless treasure!.
• Headline: Chile Seeks U.S. Airplanes in 1943. Impact: Chileans seeking U.S. airplanes led to an arms race that eventually contributed to the invention of the paper airplane — a true testament to human ingenuity!. Fact: Fun fact: If airplanes were food, they’d be chili — a little messy but always in demand!.
• Headline: Books of the Times. Impact: Carter and Galantrys probably inspired a million terrible book club choices; readers were never the same again.. Fact: If you think reading is boring, just remember: it’s always better than scrolling through social media!.
• Headline: SWEDES TO AIR POLICIES; Public Discussion Planned After Riksdag Meets in Secret. Impact: The secret meetings in the Riksdag led to a lifetime supply of conspiracy theories and the rise of armchair politicians everywhere.. Fact: Public debates are just like reality TV, except with fewer dramatic exits and more paper shuffling..
• Headline: The President Solves Army Pants Puzzle. Impact: The Army Pants Puzzle was so profound that it inspired future generations to question whether they should wear socks with sandals too.. Fact: Who knew the fate of international relations could hinge on the fabric of our trousers?.
• Headline: FINNISH NAZIS SEEK TO FORCE DECISION; Want Parliament to Express Thanks for German Aid. Impact: Finnish Nazis wanting parliamentary thanks for German aid makes you wonder if their gratitude was a precursor to the awkward thank-you notes of today.. Fact: History's lesson: Always be cautious when accepting favors from a friend who also happens to be a dictator..
• Headline: BUSINESS LEADERS BACK 10% SALES TAX; Committee Hears U.S., New York and Associated State Chambers. Impact: Introducing a sales tax was the first step toward ensuring that every future purchase came with a side of buyer's remorse.. Fact: 10% sales tax: because who doesn’t want to pay extra for the privilege of owning a slightly used toaster?.
• Headline: BRITISH PLAN HUGE PLANE; Will Build 130-Ton Queen Mary for Atlantic Air Route. Impact: Building a 130-ton airplane for the Atlantic route was the first step toward future generations thinking they could also build their dream homes with just a blueprint.. Fact: The Queen Mary: proof that if you build it, they will come — and complain about the legroom..
• Headline: Quarantine Laws for Air Travel In Post-War Era Urged by Mayor; He Presents Plea at Health Conference for Control of Disease Among International Plane Passengers. Impact: Quarantine laws for air travel were the first step toward everyone realizing that traveling is basically just a fancy way to catch germs.. Fact: The Mayor getting a health medal is like getting a gold star for remembering to wash your hands after using the bathroom!.