JULY 31, 1963

Full News Archive

• Headline: Racial Case Feud in Southern Appeals Court. Impact: This courtroom spat was the spark that ignited countless debates, leading to a series of laws that would eventually cause many politicians to trip over their own tongues while trying to sound progressive. Thanks, Judge Tuttle!. Fact: Did you know that courtroom drama often rivals reality TV? Too bad there aren’t any judges with a flair for the dramatic on 'The Real Housewives of Birmingham.'.
• Headline: Veteran Policeman Dismissed Over Extortion Case. Impact: The dismissal of Ptl Herman sent shockwaves through the police force, leading to a new hiring policy that would inadvertently favor candidates with less experience but a better Instagram presence. Because, you know, public relations!. Fact: Fun fact: The only thing more scandalous than an ousted policeman is the number of donuts consumed during the investigation..
• Headline: Bergen Recall Vote Announcement. Impact: This recall vote became a touchstone for future elections, leading to a never-ending cycle of political drama that makes soap operas look like a documentary on grass growing.. Fact: You know it’s serious when a recall vote is more exciting than your favorite reality show. Grab the popcorn!.
• Headline: New San Francisco Unit. Impact: This demand for dialogue with the 'power structure' sparked a chain reaction of people realizing that 'power structure' is just a fancy way of saying 'the folks who control the snacks at the meeting.'. Fact: Did you know that the real 'power structure' often consists of whoever has the best coffee machine? Priorities, people!.
• Headline: Illinois to Study Krebiozen. Impact: The study of Krebiozen led to a revolution in medical research funding, with a focus on questionable substances that would eventually encourage a whole new generation of 'experts' on social media.. Fact: Fun fact: Krebiozen was so controversial it could have its own reality show titled 'America's Next Top Miracle Cure.'.
• Headline: ASIAN RED MOVES STIR U.S. CONCERN; Washington Thinks Korean Clashes May Foreshadow New Aggressiveness Red China Blamed Anniversary Is Cited U.S. Fears That Korean Clashes May Portend Push by Asia Reds 4 Infiltrators Die Clashes Follow Ambush. Impact: The U.S. concern over Asian Red moves set the stage for decades of paranoia, leading to more spy movies than anyone could count. Who knew that fear could be so profitable?. Fact: Did you know that the phrase 'The Red Scare' is often mistaken for a really bad sunburn? Sunblock is crucial for preventing both!.
• Headline: 'Third Man' in Spy Case; Harold Adrian Russell Philby Linked to Penkovsky. Impact: The links between Philby and his fellow spies led to a tangled web of espionage that inspired a whole genre of spy fiction, ensuring that actors would forever be required to wear sunglasses indoors.. Fact: Fun fact: If you ever find yourself in a spy situation, just remember—it's all about the sunglasses and the dramatic exit..
• Headline: 100 Employes Picket Court Over Jobs Given to Police. Impact: The picketing over job allocations set a precedent for workplace activism, ultimately leading to a world where HR departments have to deal with more complaints than a kindergarten teacher on a sugar high.. Fact: Did you know that picketing can be an Olympic sport if done with enough flair? Gold medals for everyone!.
• Headline: SENATE BARS CUT IN 'PORK BARREL'; Water Projects Legislation Is Passed by Voice Vote 'The Bad News' Burns Creek Dam Upheld. Impact: The Senate's decision to bar cuts in 'pork barrel' spending led to a national obsession with the term 'pork,' sparking debates about the best way to cook it and leading to a rise in barbecue festivals.. Fact: Fun fact: The only thing more bipartisan than a love for pork is the ability to complain about it at family gatherings..
• Headline: Farmville Is Quiet. Impact: The quiet in Farmville became a precursor to the explosion of civil rights activism, leading to more protests than the average town could handle and giving rise to some truly iconic protest signs.. Fact: Did you know that 'Farmville Is Quiet' could easily be mistaken for an indie film title? Spoiler alert: It’s not a comedy!.