MARCH 17, 1951

Full News Archive

• Headline: New York Psychologist Licensing Bill Approved. Impact: This bill's approval led to the creation of a stringent licensing system that ultimately caused a massive shortage of therapists, leading to a 'talk to your houseplant' trend that swept the nation by the 90s.. Fact: The term 'quack' was originally used to describe someone who just made really bad duck impressions. True story..
• Headline: Danbury Housing Aides Resign Over Rent Issues. Impact: This event marked the beginning of the age where people prioritized binge-watching over basic survival needs. The 'TV over rent' movement led to the rise of reality shows about eviction.. Fact: In a shocking twist, it turns out that watching TV does not actually pay your rent. Who knew?.
• Headline: Dr. Harold B. Stowell's Notable Contributions. Impact: Dr. Stowell's existence led to a ripple effect of future doctors who would also have to endure the burden of being introduced with their full names at every networking event.. Fact: Dr. Stowell's middle initial 'B' stands for 'Behold, my medical degree!'.
• Headline: News of Food; New Designs in Flower-Bedecked Cakes Are Offered at Culinary 'Fashion Show'. Impact: This culinary fashion show sparked a trend that resulted in the modern-day Instagram food photoshoots, where aesthetics became more important than flavor, leading to thousands of food influencers.. Fact: The first flower-bedecked cake was actually a failed attempt at a floral arrangement. Spoiler: it tasted terrible..
• Headline: MRS. HORACE A. MARSLAND. Impact: Mrs. Marsland’s name being mentioned in the headlines ensured that all future women had to endure being introduced as 'Mrs. [Husband's Name]'—a pleasant reminder of the good old days.. Fact: Mrs. Marsland once attempted to start a petition to be called 'Lady Marsland,' but the idea flopped harder than a pancake on a high dive..
• Headline: ETHEL EATON. Impact: Ethel Eaton's life inspired a generation to believe that having a memorable name is all it takes to make headlines, leading to the phenomenon of quirky stage names in pop culture.. Fact: Ethel's last name was originally 'Eatin,' but she changed it to avoid being mistaken for a fast-food chain..
• Headline: VANDENBERG HOLDS OWN; Senator Has Most Comfortable Day in a Week, Doctor Says. Impact: Senator Vandenberg’s remarkable recovery led to the invention of the 'political comfort zone,' where senators can now take naps during debates without repercussions.. Fact: The comfort zone is rumored to be a plush chair in the Senate chamber, complete with a built-in snack dispenser..
• Headline: CONNALLY SEES BAR TO SOVIET ATOM USE; Tells Senate Allies Can Build Defenses Strong Enough to Withstand Nuclear Attacks. Impact: Connally’s speech ignited a decade-long arms race, which eventually led to the invention of the 'Atomic Karaoke' machine, designed for post-apocalyptic parties.. Fact: The karaoke machine was initially intended for peace talks, but someone accidentally sang 'I Will Survive' and the rest is history..
• Headline: CURB ON DAMS DROPPED; Amendment Left in Committee as State Senate Adjourns. Impact: This monumental decision paved the way for a series of dam failures that inspired a reality TV show, 'When Dams Go Wrong,' which surprisingly had better ratings than most scripted dramas.. Fact: The first episode featured a dam that was also a popular fishing spot. Spoiler: the fish were not happy..