MARCH 31, 1944

Full News Archive

• Headline: The Legacy of Pierce M. Chaslice. Impact: If Pierce M. Chalice had never existed, the entire concept of 'being a chance' could have been lost to history, leading to a world where people take risks less seriously—thankfully, we still have 'YOLO.'. Fact: Did you know that 'chance' has been a popular excuse for procrastination? Thanks, Pierce!.
• Headline: C. Edgar Davis: Vice Consul in Paris. Impact: C. Edgar Davis's career as a vice consul may have inadvertently led to the creation of a secret society dedicated to misplacing passports, which has influenced the modern-day travel industry's inefficiencies.. Fact: Fun fact: Being a vice consul is basically like being the understudy in a play that no one wants to see..
• Headline: AWVS War Shop Expansion Announced. Impact: The expansion of the AWVS War Shop likely set off a chain reaction that led to the development of 'war-themed' home decor, sparking a trend for people to hang camouflage curtains in their living rooms.. Fact: Who knew that buying decorative items for war could be so peaceful? Next up: War-themed dinner parties!.
• Headline: Oklahoma Absentee Vote Light. Impact: The light absentee vote in Oklahoma might have sparked a series of confusing voting laws, leading to a never-ending cycle of people wondering if their vote actually counts—spoiler alert: it doesn't.. Fact: Did you know that 'absentee' comes from the Latin word for 'not here'? A perfect descriptor for most politicians..
• Headline: C. ALFRED WAGNER; Founder of Container Company, a Paper Industry Counselor. Impact: C. Alfred Wagner’s container company might have inadvertently inspired the modern obsession with packaging, leading us to a world where we can’t buy a sandwich without a 5-layer protective shell.. Fact: Did you know that containers are now so popular they’re considered a form of modern art? 'The Container Movement' is totally a thing..
• Headline: WILLIAM J. SEARS, 69, 18 YEARS IN CONGRESS; Beaten Only Once, and Then by I W.J. Bryan's Daughter. Impact: William J. Sears being beaten only once by W.J. Bryan's daughter may have inspired a generation of underdogs to challenge the status quo, including the rise of future politicians who would rather lose gracefully than win unchallenged.. Fact: Sears should have stuck to selling tools; they could have used his advice on how to fix their political careers!.
• Headline: Find Dynamite in Electric Iron. Impact: The discovery of dynamite in an electric iron led to a surge in DIY home improvement projects gone wrong, resulting in a generation of homeowners who think 'explosive' means something entirely different.. Fact: Did you know that using dynamite for home repairs is not recommended? Just ask Mrs. W.L. Kinser Jr. – or don’t, she might be busy with her psychiatrist..
• Headline: OPA WINS INJUNCTION; Federal Judge Rejects Excuses of Restaurant in Price Case. Impact: The OPA's injunction against the Coronet Restaurant could have inspired a national movement against overpriced food, eventually leading to the rise of food trucks and hipster cafes that charge $12 for a kale salad.. Fact: Did you know that 'OPA' is also a Greek expression for joy? Seems like they were really happy to ruin someone's restaurant dreams..
• Headline: SEIZED NAZI FLAGS EXHIBITED IN COURT; Documents and Other Items Also Introduced at Newark Propaganda Trial. Impact: The exhibiting of seized Nazi flags during the propaganda trial could have inadvertently led to a new trend in anti-fascist movements, uniting people across generations to ensure history doesn't repeat itself.. Fact: Fun fact: Displaying Nazi flags in court is generally frowned upon. Just in case you were considering it for your next art project..
• Headline: Rejected by Draft, Ends Life. Impact: The tragic suicide of a draft-rejected individual underscores the immense pressures of war and societal expectations, leading to future discussions about mental health that we are still trying to improve today.. Fact: Suicide rates among veterans have been a troubling issue for decades, reminding us that sometimes the real battles aren’t fought on the battlefield..