AUGUST 25, 1945

Full News Archive

• Headline: Justice Collins Steps In as Surrogate. Impact: Justice Collins stepping in for Foley set off a chain reaction in the legal system, leading to a series of 'who's in charge?' moments that eventually birthed the concept of the 'temporary manager' in corporate America. Thanks, Collins!. Fact: Did you know that temporary judges often have to take a crash course in 'winging it'? It's a real skill!.
• Headline: New Leadership at Brown, Wheelock, Harris, Stevens Inc.. Impact: This appointment marked the dawn of 'newspaper div heads' who, despite having a fancy title, still spend half their day trying to remember their passwords. It's a vicious cycle of corporate chaos!. Fact: Fun fact: the real job of a newspaper div head is figuring out how to justify their existence while the internet does all the heavy lifting!.
• Headline: 3 PLANTS TO PRODUCE TIRES IN NEW ZEALAND. Impact: The establishment of tire plants in New Zealand meant that, for the first time, Kiwis could experience the joy of flat tires without having to wait for imports. You're welcome, New Zealand!. Fact: Did you know? The first tire made in New Zealand was so good, it inspired a national holiday dedicated to tire appreciation—because nothing says fun like rubber!.
• Headline: Woods Products Gets 'E' Award. Impact: Receiving the 'E' Award was like being crowned the prom king of the military industry, leading to an influx of applications from companies that just wanted a shiny ribbon for their office wall.. Fact: Fun fact: The 'E' in the award stands for 'Exceedingly Unnecessary,' considering most winners just do what they were supposed to do anyway!.
• Headline: Improves Its Civilian Gasoline; Western Light Invites Bids. Impact: Sinclair Oil's improvement in civilian gasoline quality led to a worldwide obsession with premium fuels, ultimately resulting in people treating their cars better than their own families.. Fact: Did you know? People now argue about gasoline quality like it's a fine wine—'I only fill up with 93 octane, darling!'.
• Headline: STOKER OUTPUT TO RISE; Manufacturers Point to Gradual Increase in Production. Impact: The rise in stoker output led to an era of more efficient heating, which in turn created a booming market for cozy sweaters and hot chocolate sales. The world was about to get a whole lot cozier, folks!. Fact: Did you know? The cozy sweater trend was directly linked to the rise of stoker production—fashion historians are still trying to connect the dots!.
• Headline: CRUDE OIL POOLS GET PRICE RISES; Increases Are 2 to 35 Cents Per Barrel--Other Action by War Agencies CRUDE OIL POOLS GET PRICE RISES. Impact: The price increases in crude oil were like a rollercoaster ride for the economy, leading to a series of unfortunate events and a collective groan from consumers everywhere. Buckle up, it’s going to be a bumpy ride!. Fact: Fun fact: The only thing that rises faster than oil prices is the number of memes about it on the internet—truly a modern marvel!.