OCTOBER 13, 1954

Full News Archive

• Headline: Amendment to Erie Plan Approved. Impact: The Erie Plan's amendments sent back to the ICC sparked a series of bureaucratic delays that led to the invention of coffee breaks as an essential part of office culture. Thank you, red tape!. Fact: The ICC stands for Interstate Commerce Commission, but we all know it could just as easily mean 'Incredibly Complicated and Confusing'..
• Headline: DEAN OF PINMAKERS DIES; Henry Hubbard, '85, Was Active in Manufacturing 57 Years. Impact: The death of Henry Hubbard sent shockwaves through the pinmaking industry, leading to a decline in pin enthusiasm that lasted until the 21st century, when people finally embraced the 'pin' as an Instagram aesthetic.. Fact: Hubbard's legacy lives on in the fact that we still use pins to hold our existential crises together..
• Headline: EVATT RISKS POST OVER PARTY SPLIT; Leader Brings On Showdown With the Australian Labor Rightists Fighting Him. Impact: Evatt's showdown risked splitting the Australian Labor Party, paving the way for future political dramas that would make soap operas look like documentaries.. Fact: It's said that if you want to know the future of a political party, just look for the drama—it's always lurking just around the corner!.
• Headline: / HOLKE, PLAYED' FIRST FOR GIANTS, BRAVES. Impact: Walter Holke's time with the Giants and Braves set a precedent for future players who would later be known for their abilities to 'play both sides'—a skill that would come in handy in many a political debate.. Fact: Holke's real talent was in making sure everyone knew how to pronounce his last name—it's a tough crowd out there!.
• Headline: CHARLES VAN DEVENTER. Impact: Charles Van Deventer's presence in history reminds us that sometimes, people just need a name to fill out a list. His life living in the shadows of more famous figures inspired countless others to strive for mediocrity.. Fact: Being on a historical list is kind of like being the backup singer in a rock band. You know you're there, but no one can name you!.
• Headline: SERVICE IN CAPITAL HELD FOR JACKSON; Lawyer's Prayer, Written by Samuel Johnson, Read at Washington Cathedral MANY NOTABLES ATTEND Warren, Associate Justices, Diplomatic Corps and U.S. Officials Pay Tribute. Impact: The service for Justice Jackson not only honored a notable figure but also set a standard for future memorials, where the number of notable attendees became a competitive sport.. Fact: The only thing more impressive than the attendees at Jackson's service is the ability of lawyers to find the most somber quotes to read aloud at funerals..
• Headline: Trujillo Holds Washington Fete. Impact: Trujillo’s Washington fete sparked an unending series of diplomatic parties, leading to the modern phenomenon where international relations are often settled over hors d'oeuvres and awkward small talk.. Fact: Trujillo probably thought he was throwing the party of the year, but little did he know, it would just be another chapter in the never-ending saga of 'how to throw a diplomatic soirée.'.