MARCH 12, 1961

Full News Archive

• Headline: 'Charlie and Ev' Cartoon Controversy. Impact: The GOP's inability to agree on views led to a chain reaction, resulting in the eventual rise of social media influencers who claim to represent the 'real' party views, which, ironically, are often just their cat's opinions.. Fact: Did you know that cartoons have been the most effective form of political commentary since the cavemen drew on walls? They just had a much harder time getting their ideas 'to go viral'..
• Headline: Kennedy Satirized at Gridiron Dinner. Impact: Kennedy's roasting at the Gridiron Dinner set a precedent for political leaders to embrace humor, leading to a future where comedians would become politicians, and politicians would become comedians. Spoiler: it didn’t go well.. Fact: Fun fact: The Gridiron Dinner has been around longer than most of the jokes told at it. Just like the punchlines, some politicians seem to age poorly..
• Headline: Revolutionizing Freight with Piggy-Back Vans. Impact: The introduction of piggy-back vans revolutionized freight transport, eventually leading to the invention of the modern-day Uber Eats, where you can have a burrito delivered faster than you can say, 'Where's my truck?'. Fact: Did you know that piggy-back vans are just trucks that went to college and learned how to multitask? They really took the 'load' off..
• Headline: Article 9 -- No Title. Impact: The naming of T F McGarry as public relations director is the moment when PR became crucial, paving the way for generations of spin doctors who would eventually convince us that kale is a superfood.. Fact: Fun fact: Public relations is just a fancy way of saying, 'We're here to make everything look good, even if it’s not.'.
• Headline: 2 Seek College Trusteeships. Impact: The nomination of college trustees by Supt Murray and R A Schatzel only fueled the long-standing tradition of people who are completely unqualified for a job getting elected. It’s like the original version of reality TV.. Fact: Did you know that college trustees are often older than the textbooks? Talk about out of touch!.
• Headline: U.N. PANEL MARKS FINE LINE OF BIAS; Meanings of Discrimination and Prejudice Bring Plea for Opposition to Both. Impact: The U.N. panel's plea against discrimination led to a ripple effect that inspired countless hashtags and movements, eventually giving rise to online debates that are more heated than any family Thanksgiving dinner.. Fact: Fun fact: The only thing more complicated than the meanings of discrimination and prejudice is trying to explain them to someone who insists that 'everyone is equal'..
• Headline: MALTA PLAN OPPOSED; Colony Group Says British Fail to Meet Needs. Impact: The Maltese people's pushback against British proposals set in motion a wave of nationalism that would eventually inspire countless other colonies, proving that sometimes, saying 'no' is the first step to getting what you want.. Fact: Did you know that Malta is famous for its knights and history? One might say they’re just ‘knightly’ trying to stand up for their rights!.
• Headline: GIRL, 17, SMASHES 880 INDOOR MARK; Helen Shipley Triumphs -- Wilma Rudolph 2d in 220 Girl, 17, Sets 880 Indoor Mark; Wilma Rudolph Defeated in 220. Impact: Helen Shipley's triumph over Wilma Rudolph in the 880 event inspired future athletes to push boundaries, leading to the eventual creation of the Olympic 'Participation Trophy'.. Fact: Fun fact: Setting records is great, but have you ever tried setting a world record for binge-watching TV? Now that’s a sport!.
• Headline: Governor Rebukes Finance Unit In Approving Truck Tax Relief. Impact: Governor Rockefeller's decision to cancel the truck tax rule was the catalyst for future political leaders to realize that sometimes bending the rules is just good PR, paving the way for loophole lovers everywhere.. Fact: Fun fact: The only thing heavier than a truck over 8,000 lbs is the bureaucracy that tries to regulate it. Good luck with that!.