APRIL 21, 1952

Full News Archive

• Headline: Goldwyn's New R.K.O. Distribution Deal. Impact: Goldwyn's deal with R.K.O. not only reshaped Hollywood but also inadvertently inspired a generation of aspiring filmmakers to believe that if they just made enough deals, they could somehow become the next big thing—spoiler: most didn't.. Fact: Fun fact: Columbia signing Broderick Crawford again proves that even in Hollywood, some people just can't take a hint..
• Headline: Frank E. Rutledge and the ADS. Impact: Frank E. Rutledge's work in advertising laid the groundwork for future marketing geniuses who would tirelessly find new ways to sell you things you never knew you needed—like pet rocks.. Fact: Did you know that ads were once seen as art? Now they're just annoying interruptions between cat videos..
• Headline: EUGENE B. BOWEN. Impact: Eugene B. Bowen's long life contributed to a global increase in the average lifespan, leading to more people asking themselves 'What am I doing with my life?' in their twilight years.. Fact: At 96, Eugene B. Bowen probably had more stories than your favorite grandparent—unless they were a spy or an astronaut, then it's a tie..
• Headline: EVERYDAY DEMOCRACY HELD VITAL TO PEACE. Impact: B. Ford's belief in democracy's importance for peace sparked a movement that would lead to endless debates about whether democracy actually works—spoiler alert: it's still being debated.. Fact: Did you know that 'Everyday Democracy' is just a fancy way of saying 'Let's keep arguing about everything forever'?.
• Headline: CURTIS W. SHIELDS. Impact: Curtis W. Shields' life and work inspired future generations to realize that if you have a cool last name, you can pretty much do anything you want—like become a superhero.. Fact: Fun fact: The cooler your name, the less people care about your actual achievements. Sorry, Curtis..
• Headline: CONTEMPORARY MUSIC OF DUTCH PRESENTED. Impact: The presentation of contemporary Dutch music led to an unexpected cultural exchange that resulted in the world finally understanding why the Dutch are obsessed with windmills and tulips.. Fact: Did you know that contemporary music is just a fancy term for 'let's confuse everyone with weird sounds'?.
• Headline: PUBLISHERS REPORT NATION PROSPEROUS DESPITE 'SOFT SPOTS'; Arriving for Newspaper Week They Say Employment in General Is Booming POLITICS IS THE BIG NEWS 1,200 Due at Press Parleys -- Gruenther and Gainza Paz to Be Among Speakers AT COUNCIL ON EDUCATION FOR JOURNALISM MEETING PUBLISHERS REPORT NATION PROSPERING. Impact: The publishers' upbeat report on the nation's prosperity inadvertently led to a rise in overly optimistic economic forecasts that would eventually lead to a collective facepalm in the years to come.. Fact: Did you know that the phrase 'soft spots' in the economy has nothing to do with donuts, even though it should?.
• Headline: Roosevelt and Harriman Retained by A. D. A. In Listing of Its Choices for U. S. Senator. Impact: Roosevelt and Harriman's retention by the A.D.A. set a precedent for political endorsements that would eventually lead to the modern circus of campaign promises and debates that are more entertaining than informative.. Fact: Fun fact: Political candidates are like pizza toppings; everyone has their favorites, but no one agrees on what goes well together..
• Headline: SAWYER HOPEFUL OF A STEEL ACCORD; $5 PRICE RISE SEEN; Secretary Reported to Favor This Much at Least -- Union Shop Action Undecided RETROACTIVE PAY IS ISSUE Secretary Confirms Increase Will Be Granted This Week but Is Silent on Amount SAWYER IS HOPEFUL OF A STEEL ACCORD. Impact: Secretary Sawyer's hope for a steel accord created a ripple effect that led to a century-long debate on whether steel or aluminum is the superior metal—spoiler: it's still undecided.. Fact: Did you know that steel prices can influence everything from construction to the price of your favorite cold beverage? Cheers to that!.