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HEADLINES ON May 18, 1946
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- Headline: Youth Council Plans Meeting Tomorrow. Impact: This seemingly innocent youth council meeting set off a chain reaction leading to a never-ending cycle of youth initiatives, culminating in today’s TikTok dances being considered a form of political expression.. Fact: Did you know that if you had a time machine, you could go back and tell these youth that their biggest debate would one day be over the merits of avocado toast?.
- Headline: Francis E. McGovern's Political Legacy. Impact: The death of McGovern, a political chameleon, created a ripple effect where future politicians would feel pressured to change parties more often than they change socks, leading to an era of political confusion.. Fact: McGovern was a man ahead of his time; if he were alive now, he’d probably be running for president while simultaneously starting a TikTok account..
- Headline: Easy Souffles: A 1946 Guide. Impact: The rise of the souffle as a meat replacement led to a culinary revolution, resulting in the Great Souffle Wars of the 21st century, where chefs fought over the fluffiest recipe.. Fact: Fun fact: souffles have a better chance of surviving a drop than most politicians’ promises..
- Headline: State Still Barred From Resort Hotel; Long Beach Homeless Remain Just That. Impact: This event highlighted the ongoing struggle for housing which, if addressed sooner, might have led to a reality where vacation homes turned into actual homes for the needy instead of just summer getaways for the wealthy.. Fact: It’s shocking to realize that in a world full of luxurious resorts, the real estate market still can’t find a way to house those in need. Maybe they should try turning hotels into affordable housing?.
- Headline: SCOUTS HIGHLY HONOR 2 WAR CHIEFS, DISNEY. Impact: When the Boy Scouts honored Disney, this led to a world where every animated character is somehow involved in youth organizations, creating a society where Goofy becomes a role model.. Fact: Fun fact: Disney was awarded the Silver Buffalo, which is not a rare animal, but rather a prestigious scouting honor. Turns out, he was more than just a mouse's sidekick!.
- Headline: FREE TICKETS FOR GI'S; 6,500 Hospitalized Veterans to Attend Stadium Concerts. Impact: This generous gesture led to the establishment of numerous programs aimed at uplifting veterans, ultimately culminating in a culture that celebrates their sacrifices, even if it’s just through free concert tickets.. Fact: It’s heartwarming to know that while they were busy risking their lives, someone else was busy planning a concert just for them. Priorities, right?.
Wall Street Time Machine
PFE
Pfizer
Pfizer - If you invested $1,000 in 1946, it would be worth $168,691 today (168.7x return)
JNJ
Johnson & Johnson
Johnson & Johnson - If you invested $1,000 in 1946, it would be worth $3,433,942 today (3433.9x return)
PG
Procter & Gamble
Procter & Gamble - If you invested $1,000 in 1946, it would be worth $586,656 today (586.7x return)