NOVEMBER 16, 1959

Full News Archive

• Headline: Hanford Main's Role in Sunshine Biscuits. Impact: Hanford Main's career at Sunshine Biscuits led to the widespread popularity of snack foods. Little did he know that this would eventually spark a global obsession with junk food, resulting in a world where kale chips are now considered a 'healthy' alternative.. Fact: Did you know that Sunshine Biscuits once had a slogan that went, 'The only thing healthier than our biscuits is your imagination!'? Well, their biscuits might not be healthy, but they sure are delicious!.
• Headline: Tribute to Joseph J. Kriegel. Impact: Joseph J. Kriegel's death marked the end of an era for the Old Waldorf-Astoria, a place where the rich learned to tip well. His absence likely led to the decline of many a waiter’s dreams, and the phrase 'Do you know who I am?' became even more common at fancy restaurants.. Fact: Kriegel was known for saying, 'I'm not just a Maitre d', I'm a Maitre d' with flair!' Too bad that flair didn't include a longer lifespan..
• Headline: Truman and Rockefeller's Cold War Hostility. Impact: The cold war tension between Rockefeller and Truman can be traced forward, influencing everything from spy movies to the invention of the fidget spinner, which was secretly used by spies to relieve stress during tense negotiations.. Fact: Fun fact: The Cold War was so frosty, they could have held the Olympics in it! But instead, they just had a lot of secret meetings and awkward glances..
• Headline: U. N. CHIEF CALLS AIDE TO CONTINUE MISSION IN LAOS; Finn to Follow Up Talks by Hammarskjold -- Move Ignores Soviet Protest U.N. CHIEF CALLS AN AIDE TO LAOS. Impact: This diplomatic mission to Laos by U.N. Chief Hammarskjold’s aide was a pivotal moment that inadvertently led to a series of international misunderstandings, resulting in Laos becoming the setting for countless 'lost in translation' memes.. Fact: Did you know that Hammarskjold is often referred to as the most interesting man in the world? Too bad he didn’t get to enjoy his own meme status..
• Headline: White House Scans Food Contamination; Problem of Food Contamination Undergoing White House Study. Impact: The investigation into food contamination became a catalyst for the organic food movement. Ironically, this led to the rise of overpriced avocados, which are now a symbol of millennial financial despair.. Fact: Who knew that cranberries could be so controversial? It’s like the fruit version of that one friend who always brings drama to brunch..
• Headline: Panama Rules Out Damages. Impact: Panama's refusal to pay damages during riots shifted the dynamics of U.S.-Panama relations, eventually leading to a lengthy negotiation over the Panama Canal, all because someone forgot to say 'sorry.'. Fact: Did you know that a canal is basically just a really long, winding swimming pool? Just without the swim-up bar..
• Headline: NEGROES GETTING NEW JOBS IN SOUTH; President's Committee See Racial 'Breakthroughs' NEGROES GETTING NEW JOBS IN SOUTH. Impact: The push for job creation for African Americans in the South signaled the beginning of the end for Jim Crow laws, ultimately leading to a cultural shift that resulted in a lot of awkward family reunions over Thanksgiving dinners.. Fact: You know things are changing when the President's Committee on Government Contracts is more progressive than your uncle at the holiday dinner table..
• Headline: Harvard Tuition Increase. Impact: Harvard's tuition increase inadvertently fueled the rise of online education platforms. Thanks, Harvard, for showing us all how to create a multi-billion dollar industry out of student debt!. Fact: Harvard's motto might as well be, 'We make your wallet lighter, one semester at a time.'.
• Headline: Rev. William G. Love Dies at 50; Ex-Veterinarian Ordained in '49. Impact: Rev. William G. Love's untimely death at 50 sparked a surge of interest in the intersection of veterinary science and ministry, leading to the emergence of a new field: 'Pet Spirituality.' Yes, it's a thing.. Fact: Did you know that Love once tried to bless a cat? The cat, however, seemed more interested in ignoring him. Typical..