NOVEMBER 19, 1953

Full News Archive

• Headline: Jersey Towns Demand Improved Governance. Impact: The 37 towns in Jersey seeking better rule led to a bureaucratic revolution, ultimately inspiring a generation of local governments to over-complicate everything, including how to park your car. Thanks, Jersey.. Fact: Did you know that the last time anyone sought better rules in Jersey, the state ended up with more toll booths than citizens? Progress!.
• Headline: Legacy of James J. Ashworth. Impact: James J. Ashworth's mention in the news sparked a secret society of people named 'James' who believe they are destined for greatness. Spoiler alert: they're not.. Fact: Did you know that the most common name in history is 'James'? So if you're reading this, odds are you probably know at least one..
• Headline: Newark Dentist Linked to Controversial Testimony. Impact: The late dentist Wolfson’s connections to White were so scandalous that they inspired the plot of a successful dental-themed soap opera, 'As the Tooth Turns.'. Fact: Did you know that dentists are the only professionals who can say 'open wide' and have it be socially acceptable? It's a tough gig..
• Headline: BUCKY LOSES CAMERA SUIT; U.S. Appeals Court Cancels Writ Despite Einstein Testimony. Impact: Bucky's camera suit case became a cautionary tale for inventors everywhere, leading to an entire generation of inventors avoiding courtrooms like the plague. Who knew litigation could be so scary?. Fact: Did you know that Dr. Bucky is now more famous for his courtroom drama than his inventions? Talk about a plot twist!.
• Headline: THOMAS M.'RETTEW. Impact: Thomas M. Rettew's name will forever be linked to an unsolved mystery: how many people actually know who he is? Spoiler: Not many.. Fact: Did you know that having a middle initial can sometimes make you sound more important? Just ask any Thomas M.!.
• Headline: Dean Assails Reds at Korean Talk For Pulling Neutrals Into 'Turmoil'; Dean Assails Reds at Korean Talk For Dragging Neutrals in 'Turmoil'. Impact: Dean's fiery speech against the Reds turned into a historical meme template, giving rise to countless 'when you realize' moments that still haunt the internet today.. Fact: Did you know that calling someone a 'Red' in the 1950s was the equivalent of today’s internet trolls? Some things never change..
• Headline: JOHN OTIS HOGE. Impact: John Otis Hoge's legacy lives on as a name that will probably be mispronounced at least three times in any given history class. It's a burden to bear.. Fact: Did you know that 'Hoge' rhymes with 'vogue'? So if you ever need a fashion statement, just remember to pronounce it right!.
• Headline: IRVING HERRIOTT DIES ;I ZENITH RADIO COUNSEL]. Impact: Irving Herriott's death sent shockwaves through the radio community, leading to a brief but intense period where people started talking to their radios like they were friends. Spoiler alert: the radios never responded.. Fact: Did you know that Zenith Radio was once the go-to for all things electronic? Today, they’re probably wondering where they went wrong..
• Headline: MITCHELL PREDICTS TAFT ACT REVISION; Secretary Tells C. I. O. Parts of Law Are 'Unfair' -- Seeks Rise in Minimum Wage MITCHELL PREDICTS TAFT ACT REVISION. Impact: Mitchell’s predictions about the Taft Act revision led to a domino effect of labor laws being debated, eventually resulting in the creation of the 'Labor Day BBQ' holiday. Who knew labor could taste so good?. Fact: Did you know that the Taft Act was so complicated it could rival the plot of 'Inception'? Good luck explaining that at your next family gathering!.