JULY 12, 1946

Full News Archive

• Headline: Negro Voter Purge Charges in Georgia. Impact: The push for voter rights in Georgia sparked a nationwide campaign against voter suppression. Fast forward a few decades, and you have the internet buzzing with memes about people standing in line for hours to vote, all because someone thought disenfranchising a group was a good idea. Thanks, 31 counties!. Fact: Did you know that the U.S. has had a long and complicated relationship with voting rights? Spoiler alert: it hasn’t always been pretty!.
• Headline: Air Service Launch to East Hampton. Impact: The introduction of daily air service to East Hampton meant that wealthy Manhattanites could now escape the city to their summer homes in style. This led to the creation of a new species: the 'Hamptons Snob', which remains a dominant force in social media today.. Fact: Fun fact: Air service to East Hampton has probably caused more traffic jams than actual cars. Who needs roads when you can fly in your $200,000 private jet?.
• Headline: HAS 11,000-VOLT SHOCK; Boy on Freight Car Is Burned When He Grabs Power Line. Impact: The boy’s shocking experience led to the creation of more safety regulations for freight trains. So, if you ever wondered where all those 'Do Not Touch' signs came from, look no further!. Fact: Kids: Remember to stay away from power lines! They’re not just there for decoration..
• Headline: International Oil Pool Urged by Ala for Iran. Impact: Alabama's push for an international oil pool somehow led to the global oil crisis decades later. Who knew a few states' desires could set off a domino effect that would have everyone fighting over oil like kids over the last cookie?. Fact: Did you know the oil industry is one of the few things that can make politicians hug it out? It’s like a dysfunctional family reunion!.
• Headline: E.L. STASSE SR., 65, OWNER OF A MINE; Head of Van Houten Gold Firm Dies--Lawyer and Ex-Police Judge in Essex County. Impact: Edward L. Stasse Sr.'s passing was a minor blip on the radar, but it indirectly led to the rise of the gold rush mentality in the 21st century, where everyone thinks they're the next big miner. Thanks, Edward!. Fact: Fun fact: Gold is still valued higher than most people's common sense. Go figure!.
• Headline: WHAT THERE IS IN IT FOR US. Impact: The constant questioning of what’s in it for the U.S. has led to decades of politicians making promises that sound good but are about as empty as a politician's wallet after an election. It's a vicious cycle!. Fact: Did you know that asking 'What's in it for me?' is basically the national anthem of politicians? Sing along!.
• Headline: ROSENDAHL TO BID FAREWELL TO NAVY; Ceremony at Lakehurst on Monday to Precede the Retirement of Admiral. Impact: Admiral Rosendahl's retirement ceremony was just the tip of the iceberg for naval retirements, showing that even the military can't escape the inevitability of age. Who knew the Navy was just a glorified retirement home?. Fact: Fun fact: Retiring from the Navy doesn’t mean you stop hearing orders. They just get delivered in a much less formal way!.
• Headline: Street Litterers Jailed. Impact: Jailing litterers might have led to the rise of anti-littering campaigns. Who knew that a simple act could inspire a whole generation to care about their environment? Or at least pretend to?. Fact: Did you know that littering is one of those crimes where the punishment is often worse than the crime itself? Who knew a soda can could land you in jail?.