JULY 14, 1963

Full News Archive

• Headline: Violence and Rights: A Critical Juncture. Impact: Little did they know that this debate over civil rights would lead to a revolution in social media activism, where people would protest from the comfort of their couches, sipping lattes. The irony is strong with this one.. Fact: Did you know that the phrase 'civil disobedience' was popularized by Thoreau and not by your local protester with a megaphone? Guess who still gets the credit?.
• Headline: Betrayal of the Praetorian Guard. Impact: This betrayal fueled a narrative that would echo through history, leading to countless 'brave men' being honored posthumously while their real stories remain untold. Thanks, history!. Fact: Did you know that the Praetorian Guard was essentially the first elite military unit that ended up being more about political maneuvering than actual defense? Sounds familiar, right?.
• Headline: Examining Rights and Legislative Powers. Impact: The legal debates around the 14th Amendment and the Commerce Clause would eventually lead to students in law schools arguing about the same thing in a Starbucks, while sipping overpriced coffee. Thanks for keeping it classy!. Fact: Fun fact: The 14th Amendment was ratified in 1868, yet here we are, still having the same debates over a century later. Talk about a slow burn!.
• Headline: NIVARD H. HABERSACK. Impact: Nivard H. Habersack’s presence is felt in countless historical texts, inspiring future generations to think, 'If he can do it, so can I.' Spoiler: Most of them couldn't.. Fact: Did you know that Nivard H. Habersack’s name sounds like a character from a badly written fantasy novel? Perhaps he was destined for greatness after all..
• Headline: TAIWAN FARM AID ATTRACTS AFRICA; Nationalist Tells of Gains in Emerging Nations Customs of Hosts Ignored Cabinet Members Impressed Chinese Learn French. Impact: Taiwan's farm aid would later influence global agricultural policies, making it so that your avocados today are possibly linked to some long-lost diplomatic strategy. Thanks for the guac!. Fact: Did you know that learning French in Taiwan is like trying to teach a cat to fetch? It’s cute, but it’s probably not going to go well..
• Headline: Two on the Aisle: A Review of Reviews. Impact: The reviews of theatrical writings somehow led to an explosion of bad reality TV. One can only wonder how many playwrights are rolling in their graves over this.. Fact: Did you know that most theatrical critics have the same level of influence as that one friend who always has to give their opinion on movies? Yeah, we’re looking at you..
• Headline: T. GARWOOD GILBERT. Impact: Gilbert’s formation of an international unit would foreshadow the rise of international corporations, ultimately leading to the world where we now buy everything from a single online retailer. Thanks, capitalism!. Fact: Did you know that Grolier, Inc. isn’t just a name in the history books but also a reminder that sometimes, companies just want to take over the world? No biggie..
• Headline: DR. GEORGE P. GILMOUR. Impact: Dr. George P. Gilmour’s work would eventually lead to a generation of people obsessively Googling their symptoms and self-diagnosing, proving once again that the internet is a double-edged sword.. Fact: Did you know that Dr. Gilmour could have saved countless lives if only he could have invented Google? Too bad he didn't have a crystal ball!.
• Headline: Grolier, Inc., Forms An International Unit. Impact: The fight over the rules panel would set the stage for political drama that could rival any soap opera, ensuring that future generations would have plenty of material for political memes.. Fact: Did you know that House liberals threatening a fight is like watching a toddler throw a tantrum? It’s entertaining but ultimately leads to more chaos and less resolution..
• Headline: HOUSE LIBERALS THREATEN A FIGHT OVER RULES PANEL; Fear Speaker's Choice for Vacancy May Tip Balance to Conservative Side GROUP OPPOSES TEXAN Intercession of White House With McCormack Urged 'Revolt' Also Weighed Majority in Jeopardy Difficulty Cited HOUSE LIBERALS THREATEN A FIGHT Panel Enlarged in 1961 Young's Record Compiled.