MARCH 4, 1965

Full News Archive

• Headline: Alicia J. McCone's Passing at 66. Impact: Alicia McCone's passing triggered a chain of events that ultimately led to the invention of the world's most uncomfortable chair—because someone had to mourn sitting down.. Fact: Did you know that every time someone says 'life is short', a historian dies a little inside? Well, Alicia's life may have been short, but her impact on time is timeless..
• Headline: Tribute to Jerome Mayer, Theater Visionary. Impact: Jerome Mayer's passing caused a sudden influx of theater producers who thought they could fill the void, leading to the infamous 'All Musical, All the Time' era that still haunts Broadway.. Fact: Did you know that theater producers are often considered the modern-day alchemists? They turn words into gold—or sometimes just into really bad musicals..
• Headline: Tom Falkenburg Arrested for Bank Robbery. Impact: Tom Falkenburg's robbery incident led to an increased number of people thinking they could make a quick buck, resulting in an explosion of reality TV shows about crime gone wrong. Thanks, Tom!. Fact: Did you know that after a robbery, it’s customary to change your Netflix password? Just in case the robber has a taste for true crime documentaries..
• Headline: MRS. R, H, BROWNELL. Impact: Mrs. Randolph H. Brownell's life was a series of 'meh' moments that inspired a generation to embrace mediocrity, thus paving the way for the invention of the snooze button.. Fact: Did you know that not all heroes wear capes? Some just wear sensible shoes and manage to blend into the wallpaper..
• Headline: !John F. O'Connor, 63, Aide / with_a ?ews M_____agazine. Impact: John F. O'Connor's unexpected exit from the scene prompted the rise of a new generation of aides who learned that life is fleeting, but gossip lasts forever.. Fact: Did you know that aides are like the Wi-Fi of politics? You don’t realize how much you depend on them until they’re gone..
• Headline: Truckers Embargo Shipments to Piers; TRUCKMEN HALT EXPORT CARGOES. Impact: The truckers' decision to embargo shipments sparked a nationwide crisis where people actually learned to cook with what they had—cue the rise of kitchen disasters and 'cooking shows'.. Fact: Did you know that if you can't find a trucker, it's usually because they're protesting against something? Like, you know, sitting in traffic..
• Headline: GEORGE MORRIS, 66, EX.PUBLICITY MAN. Impact: George Morris's departure left a void that was promptly filled by social media influencers pretending to be publicity experts. Clearly, he was missed only by those who remembered the days before hashtags.. Fact: Did you know that publicity men and social media influencers have a lot in common? They both thrive on attention and the occasional scandal..
• Headline: JOHN J, COLLINS. Impact: John J. Collins's legacy was a reminder that every time someone has a mundane name, they’re likely to be overshadowed by someone named 'Lightning McQueen'.. Fact: Did you know that Collins is a common surname? So common, in fact, that it's basically the 'John Doe' of names..
• Headline: 6 Countries Offer India Food. Impact: The offer of food aid to India led to an unexpected culinary exchange, influencing global cuisine and causing a rise in people claiming to be 'foodies' without ever leaving their couch.. Fact: Did you know that in India, spices are like currency? Too bad they don't accept 'likes' as payment!.
• Headline: Mayor Hails Stale Budget, But Asks Even More Aid; WAGNER PRAISES RISE IN STATE AID. Impact: The mayor's stale budget announcement sparked a wave of creative budgeting techniques, such as 'the art of looking busy' and 'hide the expenses under the rug'.. Fact: Did you know that a stale budget is like expired milk? It just keeps getting worse the longer you ignore it..