MARCH 23, 1945

Full News Archive

• Headline: Allied Advances on the Rhine, March 1945. Impact: The massive losses in the Saar led to an unexpected increase in the sale of soldier action figures in the 1960s, as kids wanted to recreate the epic battles they heard about. Who knew that a battlefield would spark a toy revolution?. Fact: Did you know that the phrase 'there's no business like war business' actually became a popular slogan among toy manufacturers post-WWII? Well, maybe not, but it should have!.
• Headline: Brundage Encourages Seafood Consumption in 1945. Impact: Brundage's seafood advice sparked a culinary trend that led to the infamous 'Fish Taco Craze' of the 1980s. You can thank him for the endless kitschy fish-themed restaurants that still plague us today.. Fact: Fun fact: Seafood was once considered 'health food' until people realized it just made them smell like the ocean. Thanks, Brundage!.
• Headline: Brescio Sentenced in NYC Taxi Extortion Case. Impact: The taxi racket scandal served as the inspiration for countless Hollywood films about organized crime. Brescio's life of crime paved the way for actors to earn millions portraying him, while he got a year in the clink. Fair trade, right?. Fact: Did you know that extortionists have feelings too? They just express them through violently demanding money instead of sending heartfelt cards!.
• Headline: DE MILLE ASKS UNION CARD; Seeks Reinstatement Through State Supreme Court. Impact: De Mille's court case set a precedent for future Hollywood directors to use the judicial system as a stepping stone to fame. Today, we have directors filing lawsuits over avocado toast prices!. Fact: Fun fact: De Mille was actually seeking reinstatement because he lost a bet about who could get more people to watch his movies. Spoiler alert: it was him!.
• Headline: LA GUARDIA SILENT ON ROW WITH ARMY; But Air Transport Planes Are Still Using Field Despite Alleged Ouster Threat. Impact: La Guardia's silence on the Army spat resulted in a series of increasingly ridiculous rumors about a secret alliance between the Air Transport Planes and the pigeons that roamed Idlewild. The pigeons won, obviously.. Fact: Did you know that LaGuardia Airport's pigeons have more social media followers than most influencers? They just know how to pose for the camera!.
• Headline: Bill Asks Licensing of Cats. Impact: The cat licensing bill became the catalyst for a nationwide feline bureaucracy, leading to a future where cats had more rights than their owners. This paved the way for 'Cats Rights Activists' to emerge in the 21st century.. Fact: Fun fact: The only ones who actually supported the cat licensing bill were the cats themselves—because they knew they’d never have to pay a dime!.
• Headline: HELPS STORE CELEBRATE; Woman of 81 Cuts Cake to Mark Institution's 80th Year. Impact: The 80th anniversary cake cutting became a pivotal moment in history, inspiring local bakeries to throw lavish parties for every minor milestone. Now, we have birthdays for pets, plants, and even Wi-Fi routers.. Fact: Did you know that the original cake recipe was so good that it caused a massive sugar rush that still echoes today? No one’s managed to replicate the sugar high yet!.
• Headline: SOCIETY TO TAKE OVER THE MORGAN GARAGE. Impact: The society's takeover of the Morgan Garage led to the rise of urban centers dedicated to 'Garage Art'—because who wouldn’t want to admire a rusty old car as a piece of modern art?. Fact: Did you know that many art critics secretly believe garages are the true heart of modern art? I mean, have you seen how many tires can fit in one?.
• Headline: BLACK AND WHITE CHECKS. Impact: The fashion show featuring black and white checks unexpectedly influenced the entire design aesthetic of the 1960s, leading to the infamous checkerboard pattern that still haunts our kitchen floors today.. Fact: Fun fact: The black and white check trend led to more arguments between couples over decor choices than any other style. Truly a fashion statement that brought chaos into homes!.