OCTOBER 24, 1953

Full News Archive

• Headline: Churchill's Cigar Dilemma in WWII. Impact: If Churchill had only accepted those Cuban cigars, perhaps the world would have seen a new trend in diplomatic smoking lounges. Imagine a post-war world where leaders puffed away together instead of bickering. 'Cuba Libre' could have been more than just a drink!. Fact: Churchill reportedly believed that cigars were vital for his strategic thinking. Who knew a stogie could shape history?.
• Headline: Decline of Bias in American Schools. Impact: The decrease in bias in schools? This could have led to a world where everyone got along famously—until social media came along and ruined it all. Thanks, internet!. Fact: The American Jewish Committee’s findings were like a teacher saying, 'Good job, class!' Everyone else was just hoping for a passing grade..
• Headline: Cornelius J. Murray at Chase Bank. Impact: Cornelius J. Murray’s rise in Chase Bank could have led to a dynasty of bankers named Cornelius, but alas, the world was not ready for that much 'C' in banking.. Fact: Cornelius is a name that screams 'trust fund,' yet here we are—just a bank official in a sea of financial fiefdoms..
• Headline: LA ROSA IN NAVY BENEFIT; Mrs. Eisenhower Praises Singer for 'a Wonderful Show'. Impact: Mrs. Eisenhower praising La Rosa may have set off a chain reaction of celebrity endorsements that eventually led to reality TV stars running for office. Thanks, Navy!. Fact: La Rosa must have been quite the performer; after all, who doesn't want to impress the First Lady at a Navy benefit?.
• Headline: Research Group Names Official. Impact: M. Graves being named exec director could have resulted in a wave of M. Graveses taking over similar positions. Imagine the confusion at corporate meetings!. Fact: In the world of research groups, being named exec director is like getting the golden ticket—except there’s no chocolate factory, just endless reports..
• Headline: LAW GUILD REJECTS MORRIS AS CANDIDATE. Impact: The rejection of Morris by the National Lawyers Guild probably set off a chain reaction of ‘who’s next’ that turned legal circles into a reality show. Drama, drama!. Fact: If only the Law Guild had a ‘The Bachelor’ style rose ceremony, maybe Morris would have had a better shot..
• Headline: HALLEY IS YOUNGEST IN MAYORALTY RACE; He'd Rather 'Do Something' Than Be Something, and He Sees Much to Do TAGGED AS A POLITICIAN His Agile Mind Won National Repute for Him, Though His Personality Often Grates HALLEY YOUNGEST IN MAYORAL RACE. Impact: Halley's youthful ambition in the mayoral race could have inspired a new breed of politicians who actually care about doing something, but we all know how that usually ends.. Fact: Halley’s motto of ‘doing something’ is what every politician says… right before they do nothing..
• Headline: 20 ITALIAN ARTISTS DEPICT U. S. SCENES; Young Painters Give Full Rein to Fantasy -- Works Seen at Helena Rubenstein's Home. Impact: The display of U.S. scenes by Italian artists could have led to a cultural renaissance, but instead, we just got American tourists confused about Italian cuisine.. Fact: Only in America could young painters showcase the beauty of the U.S. while probably never having set foot outside of their own neighborhoods..
• Headline: Cuban Union Ousts 2 Leaders. Impact: The ousting of leaders in the Cuban Union for ties to Perón might have created a domino effect where political leaders learned to keep their friends closer—but their enemies even closer.. Fact: In politics, sometimes you get 'ousted' just for knowing the wrong people. It's like high school, but with more paperwork and fewer lockers..