FEBRUARY 3, 1966

Full News Archive

• Headline: Leadership Shifts at Norwalk Paper. Impact: W.A. Walden Jr. becoming managing editor led to an explosion of coffee consumption among local writers, ultimately leading to the invention of the espresso machine in 1970. Coincidence? I think not.. Fact: Did you know that editors are often just glorified coffee fetchers? It's true. Look it up!.
• Headline: Lehman Demands Increased U.S. Aid. Impact: Lehman’s plea for aid set off a chain reaction that eventually led to the creation of the world’s most dysfunctional committee. Yes, the one that meets every Tuesday to complain about budget cuts.. Fact: Fun fact: Most political appeals are just like those telemarketers you avoid—persistent and ultimately unhelpful..
• Headline: Faisal Concludes Jordan Visit. Impact: Faisal's visit to Jordan was so awkward that it inadvertently inspired a series of reality TV shows about family reunions. Thank you, geopolitics!. Fact: Did you know that every awkward family reunion could potentially lead to political strife? Just ask Faisal..
• Headline: U.S. WILL APPRAISE VALACHI'S MEMOIRS. Impact: Valachi's memoirs appraised by the Justice Dept led to an unforeseen surge in prison memoirs, creating a new genre that no one asked for but everyone secretly reads.. Fact: Did you know that memoirs from felons often sell better than your average bestseller? Maybe crime does pay—at least in book sales!.
• Headline: Labor Wins by a 301-278 Vote. Impact: Labor's victory in Commons caused a ripple effect that led to the creation of countless memes about government ineptitude, which are still circulating today. Thanks, politics!. Fact: Did you know that the only thing more predictable than a politician's speech is the meme that follows it? It’s a gift!.
• Headline: ANTHONY J. CITARELLA. Impact: Anthony J. Citarella's mention in the news caused a sudden spike in name popularity, leading to a decade of baby boys being named Anthony. Sorry, future Anthonys!. Fact: Did you know that being mentioned in a headline can change your name’s popularity? It’s like the lottery, but for names!.
• Headline: EXPANSION IS SET BY FOUR UTILITIES; Three Electric and One Gas System to Spend Almost $500-Million on Plans EQUIPMENT IS ORDERED Appalachia Region and the Midwest to Benefit From Increased Capacity. Impact: The expansion plans by utilities created a power struggle that echoed through the ages, eventually leading to an energy crisis that had everyone scrambling for candles and flashlights.. Fact: Did you know that without these utility expansions, we might still be using candles? Oh wait, we still are during power outages!.
• Headline: Key Man in U.N. Vote; Waleed Mohammed Sadi. Impact: Waleed Mohammed Sadi's role in the UN vote led to a series of diplomatic faux pas that would fill a book, which, surprise, has yet to be published.. Fact: Did you know that UN meetings are basically the adult version of group projects where nobody wants to do the work?.
• Headline: DIVORCE BILL POLL CHEERS SPONSORS; 2 Say Assemblymen Back Reform Measure 4 to 1. Impact: The divorce bill poll ignited a passionate debate that spiraled into an unexpected reality show about relationships. Spoiler: It didn't end well.. Fact: Did you know that most divorce lawyers are just waiting for the next reality TV spin-off? It’s the ultimate form of job security!.