FEBRUARY 23, 1946

Full News Archive

• Headline: Harvester Seeks Price Increase for Wages. Impact: This price increase set off a chain reaction that ultimately led to the invention of the 'wage negotiation dance,' a cultural phenomenon where workers literally dance for their rights. Spoiler alert: it didn't work.. Fact: The only thing more inflated than prices during wage disputes is the egos of the CEOs involved..
• Headline: Shad Fishermen Get Ready for Spring. Impact: Little did those fishermen know, their early preparation would lead to the creation of the world's first angler reality TV show, complete with dramatic cliffhangers about who caught the biggest shad.. Fact: Shad fishing is basically the original form of 'catch and release' before it was cool. Or ethical..
• Headline: Mrs. Roosevelt to Speak Today. Impact: Mrs. Roosevelt’s speech was so inspiring that it sparked a series of grassroots movements, eventually leading to the invention of motivational posters featuring kittens. Yes, the future of corporate offices hinges on this moment.. Fact: Mrs. Roosevelt could inspire people just by showing up; imagine what she could do with a Twitter account!.
• Headline: N.Y.U. ALUMNI HALL ASSURED BY GIFTS; $600,000 Check for Medical College Building Presented at Annual Dinner. Impact: This generous gift was the catalyst for a secret society of well-funded alumni who believed they could buy their way into heaven—though they mostly just ended up with more degrees than common sense.. Fact: If you think a $600,000 check is impressive, you should see the alumni's new yacht named 'Donor's Delight.'.
• Headline: CARROLL R. THOMPSON; Philadelphia Engineer a Leader in Developing Port There. Impact: Thompson's engineering feats in Philadelphia paved the way for the construction of the world's longest traffic jam, which ironically included a bridge named after him. Talk about a legacy!. Fact: Engineers are like the unsung heroes of infrastructure—until something goes wrong, then they’re the first ones to get blamed..
• Headline: Article 2 -- No Title; NURSE TO BE HONORED. Impact: The luncheon became the blueprint for future events, ultimately evolving into a full-fledged awards show for nurses—complete with red carpets, sequined scrubs, and an award for 'Best Bedside Manner.'. Fact: Nurses have been saving lives and throwing parties since before it was trendy. Who knew they could also throw a great luncheon?.
• Headline: ROCHAS HIGHLIGHTS HIS TAILORED SUITS; Severe Asymmetrical Lines Relieved by Lace, Velvet-- Lanvin Accents Sequins. Impact: This group’s efforts to combat juvenile delinquency inadvertently led to the creation of the world's first youth advisory board, which eventually advised on everything from fashion to how to make TikTok videos.. Fact: Advising youths sounds great until you realize they have more social media followers than you do..
• Headline: Group Formed to Advise Youths.