MARCH 31, 1962

Full News Archive

• Headline: Dutch Victory Over Indonesian Invaders. Impact: This battle set off a series of events leading to a decades-long rivalry between Indonesia and the Netherlands. If only the musicians had stuck to their instruments instead of their weapons, we might have avoided a 'band' of diplomatic tension.. Fact: The only thing more tragic than a musician in battle is the fact that the Dutch marines probably had better rhythm..
• Headline: Byron White Appointed to Supreme Court. Impact: Byron White's appointment marked a shift in the Supreme Court that forever altered the balance of power. If only we had a crystal ball to see how many lawyers would be crying in the years to come.. Fact: Byron White once played professional football, proving that a career in law can start with tackling people on the field..
• Headline: TEST POLARIS BLOWN UP; It Goes Out of Control Soon After Firing at Canaveral. Impact: The Polaris test failure led to an increased focus on missile safety, resulting in a slew of regulations. Thanks to this incident, we can be sure that our missiles won't go rogue... most of the time.. Fact: They say nothing goes as planned, but when your missile literally blows up, that’s a whole new level of 'oops'..
• Headline: BILL TO PROTECT MAIDS IS KILLED; State Fails to Get Licensing Power Over Agencies. Impact: The failure to protect maids through legislation highlighted the ongoing struggles for workers' rights. This event was like a pebble tossed into a pond; the ripples of social justice would grow louder over the years.. Fact: It's fascinating how protecting a maid's rights is more challenging than getting a cat to take a bath. Spoiler: both are full of surprises..
• Headline: CARBO FACES U.S. LIEN; Government Gets $1,100,940 Judgment in Tax Frauds. Impact: Carbo's tax troubles highlighted the inefficiencies in the tax system, encouraging future reforms. This was the moment when accountants everywhere collectively sighed and reached for another cup of coffee.. Fact: Carbo’s tax evasion saga could have been the plot of a bad sitcom—'The One Where They Got Caught!'.
• Headline: Price Drop Doubted In Milk Support Cut; U.S. CUTS SUPPORT ON MILK PRODUCTS. Impact: The milk support cut led to a dairy crisis that still echoes today. Thanks to this, countless cheese lovers had to navigate the confusing landscape of dairy prices.. Fact: If only the government had considered the emotional toll of reduced dairy subsidies—cheese lovers everywhere were left crying over their curds..