SEPTEMBER 8, 1957

Full News Archive

• Headline: Congress and Arts: Progress in 1957. Impact: This cultural legislation led to an explosion of artsy hipster cafes decades later, where people sip overpriced lattes while discussing the 'deep meaning' of avocado toast. Thanks, Congress!. Fact: Legislative support for the arts has been a rollercoaster ride. Sometimes it’s like Congress thinks the arts are just a fancy way to paint a wall..
• Headline: Lebanese Festival Celebrates Cultural Fusion. Impact: This festival sparked a trend of fusion cuisine that led to questionable sushi burritos and tacos that taste like regret. Who knew mixing cultures could lead to such culinary disasters?. Fact: The only thing more confusing than East meeting West is trying to order food at a fusion restaurant without a translator..
• Headline: ARAMBURU'S HOPE FOR CHARTER DIMS; Argentine Parties' Bickering Appears to Block Major Reform of Constitution. Impact: The bickering parties in Argentina set the stage for future political gridlock, resulting in an endless cycle of 'we'll fix it next time'—which is basically the national sport.. Fact: Argentine politics: where hope goes to die, and every reform is just a really long game of hot potato..
• Headline: Available Plesures. Impact: Fadiman's work contributed to the normalization of gambling in everyday life, leading to the rise of casual card games at family gatherings—because nothing says 'family bonding' like betting your kid's college fund.. Fact: Any number can play, but not everyone can afford to lose! A classic lesson in life... and in poker..
• Headline: POLICE SET WATCH ON CITY'S SCHOOLS; Kennedy's Order Is Intended to Halt Juvenile Crime Before It Can Start Stolen Car Escapade. Impact: Kennedy's order to police schools led to a generation of students who thought school was basically a prison, fostering a love for rebellion. Thanks for that, Mr. Kennedy!. Fact: The idea of police in schools: because every kid needs a cop breathing down their neck while they're trying to figure out algebra..
• Headline: U.S. COURT DENIES INTEGRATION STAY FOR LITTLE ROCK; Judge Calls Board's Plea 'Anemic' and Reaffirms Order to Halt Bias GOVERNOR IS ADAMANT Mayor Receives Legal Advice on Use of Local Police --He Attacks Faubus Showdown Is Likely Mayor Seeks Advice U.S. COURT DENIES INTEGRATION STAY Negroes Attend No School Blossom Reiterates Case Mayor's Belief Cited To Await Developments. Impact: The court’s decision against integration in Little Rock sparked protests, leading to a wave of social movements and an unfortunate rise in the popularity of protest signs—who knew cardboard could become a symbol of change?. Fact: Contrary to popular belief, judges are not a fan of 'anemic' pleas—especially when it comes to civil rights..
• Headline: Major Sports News; BASEBALL TENNIS HORSE RACING. Impact: This moment of major sports news inspired countless future sports enthusiasts to proclaim their loyalty to teams they barely follow. You know who you are, bandwagon fans!. Fact: Major sports news: because nothing unites people like yelling at a TV screen while consuming large amounts of snacks..
• Headline: FIRE PERIL SEEN ON STATEN ISLAND; Cavanagh Asks $629,000 for New Alarm Station to Meet 'Urgent' Need. Impact: Cavanagh's request for a fire alarm station eventually led to overzealous fire drills in schools, creating a generation of kids who can’t even look at a fire extinguisher without flinching.. Fact: Nothing says 'urgent need' like a politician asking for a budget increase while your house is burning down!.
• Headline: LAFAYETTE GETS HEAD; Dr. Snavely Is Named Interim President of College. Impact: Snavely’s appointment ignited a series of interim presidencies that led to an ongoing debate about the qualifications required to run a college—Spoiler: it doesn’t involve knowing how to spell 'college.'. Fact: Interim presidents: because every college needs someone to hold the fort while everyone else is too busy pretending they know what they're doing..