JULY 20, 1947

Full News Archive

• Headline: Dewey Leads GOP in Pacific Northwest. Impact: Dewey's rise in the GOP was like a butterfly flapping its wings, leading to a tornado of political maneuvering that eventually brought us to the present-day circus of party primaries. Who knew a few Republicans in the Pacific Northwest could have such far-reaching effects on the national stage? Dewey's supporters might as well have been time travelers themselves.. Fact: Did you know Dewey never actually went on to become president? But hey, at least he made for some great headlines and a lot of awkward political dinners!.
• Headline: Assassination of Aung San in Burma. Impact: The assassination of Aung San sent shockwaves through Burma's political landscape, leading to decades of turmoil and military rule. It's a grim reminder that sometimes, when you take out the head of the snake, a whole swarm of problems follows.. Fact: Aung San is often regarded as the father of modern Myanmar. It's a shame his life was cut short, but his legacy sparked a long, complicated journey for the nation..
• Headline: Tenants Evacuated as Wall Buckles. Impact: The buckling wall incident not only scared the tenants but also prompted stricter building codes in NYC. Ah, the joys of urban living—where a wall might collapse, but at least you can always count on more regulations as a consolation prize.. Fact: Did you know that in NYC, buildings must undergo inspections every few years? Because if there's anything better than living in a potentially hazardous building, it's knowing that someone will check it eventually!.
• Headline: Dostoevsky Reissue; A RAW YOUTH. By Feodor Dostoevsky. 615 pp. The Dial Press. $3.50.. Impact: Dostoevsky's reissue of 'A Raw Youth' served as a literary reminder that angst and moral dilemmas are timeless. This book indirectly influenced countless emo kids and existential philosophers who are still wondering if they should just get a job instead of pondering the meaning of life.. Fact: Did you know Dostoevsky had a penchant for gambling? Perhaps he thought, 'Why settle for a stable income when you can have an existential crisis instead?'.
• Headline: Utility Industry Hails Speech by McEntire As Introduction to Era of Amity With SEC; UTILITY MEN HAIL M'ENTIRE SPEECH. Impact: McEntire's speech supposedly ushered in an era of 'amity' with the SEC, which really just meant that utility companies could keep doing whatever they wanted without too much fuss. Thanks, McEntire, for making corporate life a bit more cozy!. Fact: Did you know that 'utility' is just a fancy word for 'we can charge you whatever we want'? Welcome to the era of corporate buddy-buddy systems!.
• Headline: NEW GROUP OFFERS PLAN TO REFINANCE EQUITABLE BUILDING; Dowling and Noyes Interested in Amended Proposal for Broadway Structure. Impact: The refinancing plan for the Equitable Building is a classic case of trying to keep a sinking ship afloat. Spoiler alert: it worked out fine for a bit, but eventually, the real estate bubble would remind us all that nothing lasts forever, especially in New York.. Fact: Fun fact: the Equitable Building was once the tallest building in the world! Just goes to show, even skyscrapers need a little financial help sometimes..
• Headline: A Negro's Arctic Adventures; DARK COMPANION. By Bradley Robinson. 264 pp. New York: Robert M. McBride & Co. $3.50.. Impact: Bradley Robinson's 'Dark Companion' showcased the complexities of race and adventure, making waves that would ripple through literature and society. Little did he know, his book would be picked apart by future literary critics over a century later—thanks for all the fun, Bradley!. Fact: Did you know that 'Dark Companion' was one of the many works that contributed to the Harlem Renaissance? Talk about being ahead of your time!.
• Headline: Freeport to Get Apartment Colony; Village Approves 270-Unit Project; New Group of Small Homes Started in Williston Park as Sales Rise -- Deals Closed in Jackson Heights and Other Areas. Impact: The approval of an apartment colony in Freeport was like planting a seed that would grow into a sprawling suburban jungle. Fast forward a few decades, and you can thank that project for your traffic jams and lack of parking spaces!. Fact: Did you know that 'garden-type project' is just a fancy way of saying 'watch out for more weeds'? Hope you enjoy your new neighbors!.
• Headline: NEWS NOTES ALONG CAMERA ROW. Impact: The news notes along Camera Row represent the slow but sure evolution of photography technology—each new gadget setting the stage for future influencers to capture the world in increasingly ridiculous ways. Thanks to these advancements, nobody can take a simple selfie without applying some bizarre filter.. Fact: Did you know that the first camera was invented in the early 1800s? And somehow, we've gone from that to people taking pictures of their food. Progress!.