JUNE 26, 1944

Full News Archive

• Headline: Record Liquor Taxes Reported for 1943. Impact: The liquor tax revenue skyrocketing led to the government realizing they could fund wars by taxing vices. Fast forward to today, and we have online gambling and cannabis revenues becoming the new 'patriotic' tax. Who knew a little booze could pay for a few tanks?. Fact: Did you know that during Prohibition, people were so desperate for a drink that they invented 'mocktails'? Or as I like to call them, 'liquid disappointment'..
• Headline: Mobilization Unit for War Fund Established. Impact: Norris mobilizing the home front was the catalyst for future 'mobilization units' which ultimately led to the creation of the modern-day PTA. Yes, folks, the same people who argue over bake sales were once the backbone of a war effort.. Fact: Fun fact: Mobilization units back then were less about organizing and more about making sure everyone had enough ration coupons. Talk about a party!.
• Headline: Tragic Deaths of Norse Embassy Officials. Impact: The tragic deaths of the diplomat and his wife sparked a wave of international concern that eventually led to stricter security for diplomats. The irony? Their untimely fate is what birthed the modern concept of 'diplomatic immunity'.. Fact: Did you know that diplomatic immunity doesn't just protect diplomats from legal issues, but also from ever having to deal with an awkward dinner party? Truly a win-win!.
• Headline: GEORGE HEWITT; Member of Paterson Firm Architects and Engineers. Impact: Hewitt's architectural contributions inspired countless architects, but his true legacy is in the number of coffee shops that now occupy those buildings. Because nothing says 'we care about history' like overpriced lattes.. Fact: Did you know that architects are just people who play with blocks and call it 'design'? I guess that's why they have a love affair with LEGO..
• Headline: MRS. KATHERINE ELLi0TT; Boston Woman Dies Despite-300 Persons' Offer of Blood. Impact: Katherine Elliott's unfortunate demise despite the blood offers highlights the historical struggle of medical advancements. It paved the way for modern blood donation drives, which ironically are now used to fund questionable social media challenges.. Fact: Fun fact: Blood donation was once seen as a community event. Now it's just a way to get a free snack and a cookie. Priorities!.
• Headline: REV. KINGMAN COLLEDGE. Impact: Kingman College's existence laid the groundwork for many educational institutions that followed. Today, we have tuition rates that could fund a small country. If only Kingman had thought to teach financial literacy!. Fact: Did you know that colleges were originally just places for rich kids to avoid growing up? Some things never change!.
• Headline: THE REPUBLICAN OPPORTUNITY. Impact: The Republican opportunity headline just goes to show that politics is basically a game of musical chairs. The more things change, the more the same old folks are fighting for that elusive seat.. Fact: Did you know that the term 'political opportunity' is just code for 'let's make a mess and hope someone else cleans it up'?.
• Headline: Army Nurses Accept Discomfort Of Moving Base in Italy in Stride. Impact: The resilience of army nurses during relocation paved the way for future generations of healthcare workers to adapt under pressure. Little did they know, this would lead to the rise of the stress ball industry.. Fact: Did you know that army nurses often have better survival skills than most reality TV stars? They can patch you up and give you a pep talk at the same time..
• Headline: SENORA PORFIRIO DIAZ; Widow of Mexican Ex-President Accompanied Him Into Exile. Impact: Senora Porfirio Diaz's life story is a reminder that even in exile, you can still create a legacy. Her journey influenced countless stories of resilience and the struggles of leaders in exile, which are now the plot lines of many binge-worthy series.. Fact: Little known fact: Exiled leaders often become the best storytellers. It’s like the ultimate 'what I did on my summer vacation' essay, but with a lot more drama and less beach..
• Headline: Vice; Principal of the WestJ Orange High School Dies. Impact: Griffin's passing highlights the importance of school leadership, reminding us that every Vice Principal is just one detention away from becoming a meme. His legacy? A generation of students forever haunted by 'the principal's office'.. Fact: Did you know that being a vice principal is just a fancy way of saying 'I enforce the rules, but I still have to deal with the principal’s bad jokes'?.