JUNE 28, 1945

Full News Archive

• Headline: American League Summer Meeting 1945. Impact: The decision to meet eventually led to the first official use of the designated hitter rule in 1973, which caused endless debates and arguments over nachos at baseball games. Who knew a summer meeting could lead to such culinary chaos?. Fact: Did you know that the designated hitter rule is still a sore spot for many baseball purists, much like pineapple on pizza?.
• Headline: Dr. Eli Moschcowitz Tribute Ceremony. Impact: The tribute to Dr. Moschcowitz sparked a chain reaction of medical advancements, inspiring future doctors who would go on to discover a cure for a common cold that, unfortunately, still doesn't exist.. Fact: Dr. Moschcowitz's name has since become synonymous with excellence in care, and no, he didn't invent the Moschcowitz sandwich, though that would be delicious!.
• Headline: ARC Lends Pressure Cookers in 1945. Impact: This seemingly mundane event led to the rise of pressure cooker enthusiasts who later formed a secret society dedicated to perfecting the art of loud kitchen noises. They now control the market on 'instant' meals.. Fact: Pressure cookers can cook food so fast that you might just end up with a dinner party and no guests because they couldn't keep up with your culinary prowess..
• Headline: Federal Bar Head Re-elected. Impact: The re-election of the Federal Bar Head led to an endless cycle of legal jargon that would haunt generations of unsuspecting citizens, ultimately resulting in the phrase 'I need a lawyer' becoming the most uttered phrase in America.. Fact: Did you know that the only thing more complex than federal laws is the process of understanding what they actually mean? Good luck!.
• Headline: TAMMANY IS 159 TODAY; Dinner Will Also Celebrate 169th Independence Anniversary. Impact: The celebration of Tammany's anniversary ignited a series of political machinations that would lead to the creation of the modern-day political machine, which is just a fancy way of saying 'we'll scratch your back if you scratch ours.'. Fact: Tammany Hall was once the epicenter of political power in New York City—power that often came with a side of scandal, like a bad Netflix series you can't stop watching..
• Headline: News of Food; A QUICK DESSERT FOR AN IMPROMPTU PARTY. Impact: This headline inspired countless home cooks to whip up desserts at the last minute, leading to kitchen disasters and the invention of the phrase 'It's the thought that counts' when no one wants to eat your burnt offering.. Fact: Impromptu parties are just an excuse for awkward small talk and discovering who really brings the good snacks. Spoiler: it's not you..
• Headline: PARKER TO START IN A.A.U. SPRINTS; Texas Ace, Now in Army, Joins Speedy Field in Nationals Here This Week-End. Impact: Parker's entry into the sprinting scene eventually led to the creation of competitive shoe sponsorships, which now dictate the fate of aspiring athletes trying to outrun their student loans.. Fact: Sprinting is one of the few sports where everyone pretends they can do it, right up until the moment they realize they might not even be able to catch the bus..
• Headline: FOR COOL DRINKS AND DAYLIGHT SUPPERS. Impact: This headline was the catalyst for the modern outdoor dining trend, leading to a rise in Pinterest boards dedicated to the art of not spilling your drink while trying to look casual in front of friends.. Fact: Outdoor dining is just another way to enjoy nature while simultaneously trying to avoid swatting away bugs. Who doesn't love a side of protein with their meal?.