SEPTEMBER 3, 1955

Full News Archive

• Headline: D. J. Lehman Appointed Deputy Director. Impact: The appointment of D. J. Lehman as GSA deputy director led to a series of bureaucratic decisions that ultimately resulted in the creation of a federal office specializing in the regulation of sandwich-making. Yes, the Sandwich Administration was born. Who knew lunch could be so political?. Fact: Did you know that the GSA also oversees the sale of surplus government property? That means somewhere out there, a desk once used by Lehman is probably a coffee table in someone's living room..
• Headline: New Mobilization Aide Takes Office. Impact: C.F. Ogden's appointment as assistant director for materials inadvertently led to a paper shortage in the 1950s. Why? Because he was too busy crafting elaborate memos instead of actually managing resources.. Fact: Fun fact: Ogden's name is now synonymous with 'overly complicated paperwork.'.
• Headline: Carolina Integration Urged. Impact: The push for school integration in Guilford College sparked a nationwide debate that ultimately led to the establishment of a school mascot—a zebra. Because nothing says unity like a black and white striped horse.. Fact: You know it’s a serious issue when 34 people have to urge school leaders. I guess they were waiting for a quorum of at least 50 to show up?.
• Headline: Soviet Invites Bohlen To Visit Atom Plant; Soviet Invites Bohlen to Visit Atomic Energy Power Station. Impact: Bohlen's visit to the Soviet atomic energy plant was the first step towards international potluck dinners, where nations would bring their atomic secrets instead of casseroles.. Fact: Inviting diplomats to atomic plants is like inviting your in-laws to a nuclear power convention—awkward and filled with tension..
• Headline: MERCHANT SEES BRITISH; U. S. Aide Takes Up Issues of the October Parley. Impact: Dr. Blankenhorn’s meetings with British officials led to the formation of an international 'We'll Just Talk About It' committee, a group dedicated to discussing issues without ever coming to a conclusion.. Fact: It's said that the only thing harder than negotiating with the British is trying to get them to stop talking about the weather..
• Headline: SISTER M. EUPHRASIA. Impact: Sister Mary Euphrasia's influence on the St. Francis Order led to a sudden increase in the popularity of the name Euphrasia among convents, sparking a trend that lasted until the late 20th century.. Fact: Euphrasia means 'well-spoken' in Greek, which is ironic considering most nuns I know are pretty good at the silent treatment..
• Headline: Jefferson Republican Suspends. Impact: The suspension of the Jefferson Republican publication resulted in an unforeseen ripple effect, culminating in the rise of online blogs where people could share their opinions without any editorial oversight. Thanks, Jefferson!. Fact: Suspending a publication is like telling a teenager they can't use their phone—good luck with that..
• Headline: MRS. CAMILLE VINET. Impact: Mrs. Camille Vinet's mention in the headlines probably led to an increase in floral arrangements at local events, as people mistakenly thought 'Vinet' was a new trend in party planning.. Fact: Camille is actually a very popular name for fictional characters in soap operas. So, if you ever needed a plot twist, just look for a Camille..
• Headline: LOSS OF JOB ON DAM FOUGHT BY BRITAIN. Impact: Britain's formal protest regarding the job loss on the dam opened the floodgates (pun intended) for future complaints about water-related employment, leading to a series of humorous 'dam' jokes in the workplace.. Fact: Formal protests have a strange way of turning into modern-day memes. So, next time you see a dam meme, remember, it all started here..