MAY 11, 1957

Full News Archive

• Headline: True Blue's Cultural Rise Post-War. Impact: The salvation of True Blue indirectly led to the rise of a new genre of literature that glorifies the underdog, eventually influencing everything from comic book heroes to reality TV stars. Who knew wars could be so inspirational?. Fact: Did you know that the phrase 'True Blue' originally referred to a type of dye? So really, we just want to color our wars with a different shade!.
• Headline: Republicans Retreat from Mayor Race 1957. Impact: The shyness of Republicans during this campaign created a butterfly effect that led to future political candidates hiding in their basements before elections were cool. Thanks for the inspiration, Curran and Fino!. Fact: Did you know that political candidates often refuse to run because they prefer to avoid the spotlight? Shocking, right?.
• Headline: KHRUSHCHEV, IN INTERVIEW, ASSERTS U.S.-SOVIET ACCORD IS THE WAY TO AVERT A WAR; FAVORS BIG 4 TALK But Holds Washington and Moscow Should Make Main Effort New Big 4 Meeting Favored Observations by Khrushchev Khrushchev, in Interview, Says U.S.-Soviet Accord Is the Way to avert a War Others Present at Interview The Two Major Powers U.S. Said to Desire War Attack on Station Discussed Stalin's Defects Weighed Responsibility Put on U.S.. Impact: Khrushchev’s insistence on U.S.-Soviet accords led to an awkward family dinner every time the Cold War was mentioned. The fallout? Less wars but a ton of awkward silences at international gatherings.. Fact: Did you know that the last time a world leader suggested talking to the other side, they were promptly ignored? Some things never change!.
• Headline: DULLES SEES PERIL IF ATOM PACT DIES; Asks Senate to Ratify New International Agency for Peaceful Development Senate Fight Expected DULLES SEES PERIL IF ATOM PACT DIES Gets Mixed Reception Eighty Nations Signed. Impact: Dulles' warnings about the atomic pact dying led to countless sleepless nights for senators who thought they could just ignore a potential nuclear disaster. Spoiler alert: they couldn’t.. Fact: Did you know that the atomic pact was like a bad relationship? Everyone was worried about the other party’s commitment but didn’t want to be the first to break up..
• Headline: Tunisian Rebukes U.S. on Aid Policy; TUNISIAN REBUKES U.S. ON AID POLICY Interim Agreement. Impact: Bourguiba's rebuke of the U.S. on aid policy contributed to future diplomatic tensions that would eventually lead to more countries saying, 'Thanks, but no thanks' to U.S. assistance. Who needs help when you can have independence?. Fact: Did you know that diplomacy is just a fancy term for 'let’s pretend to be friends while we disagree on everything?'.
• Headline: CHARLES NOTT JR., EX-JURIST, DEAD; Member of General Sessions Bench, 1914-39, Presided at Second Hines Trial. Impact: Charles Nott Jr.'s death was a significant loss to the legal community, and it caused a ripple effect where future judges started to wonder if they should actually take vacations instead of working until they drop.. Fact: Did you know that judges have a secret society where they share their best gavel drops? It’s a real hit at the annual judiciary barbecue..
• Headline: SPELLMAN APPEALS FOR AID TO REFUGEES. Impact: Spellman's appeal for aid to refugees sparked a series of charitable campaigns that would turn celebrities into instant humanitarian heroes. Because nothing says compassion like a selfie with a refugee!. Fact: Did you know that charity drives are basically the adult version of bake sales? Everyone loves cookies, but they really love feeling good about themselves!.