DECEMBER 19, 1971

Full News Archive

• Headline: Cruising and Betting: A Unique Adventure. Impact: This cruise turned gambling into a boat sport, which subsequently led to the rise of floating casinos. Who knew that a ship could be a mobile Las Vegas? This was the start of many questionable life choices in international waters.. Fact: Did you know that gambling on cruises often leads to spontaneous dance-offs? It's like a mini Olympics, but with more cocktails and less athleticism..
• Headline: Brooklyn Residents Protest Sugar Plant Plans. Impact: The Brooklynites' opposition to the sugar refinery undoubtedly inspired future protests, including those against gentrification and avocado toast prices. Who knew that sugar would lead to a whole new flavor of activism?. Fact: Did you know that sugar was once considered a luxury item? Now it’s just a main ingredient in our existential crises and morning coffees..
• Headline: Star of a Golden Age. Impact: The revival of athletics in 1971 laid the groundwork for future sports sponsorships, endorsements, and the rise of athletes as celebrities. So, thank those athletes for the million-dollar contracts and reality TV shows we have today!. Fact: Did you know that the term 'Golden Age' often refers to a period of great peace and prosperity? So why is it that all we remember is the sweat and tears of the athletes?.
• Headline: Movies. Impact: B Friedan's review likely contributed to the mainstreaming of socially conscious cinema, leading to more films that were less about explosions and more about... well, everything else. Thanks, feminism!. Fact: Did you know that B Friedan was instrumental in the second-wave feminism movement? If only we could get her to review some of today's superhero movies..
• Headline: OBSERVER. Impact: R Baker's musings on Christmas songs could be considered the early seeds of corporate holiday marketing strategies. Fast forward to today, and now we have Mariah Carey infiltrating our playlists every November.. Fact: Did you know that 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer' was originally created as a marketing gimmick for Montgomery Ward? Those Christmas jingles are just the sound of capitalism!.
• Headline: Et Al.. Impact: Kraft’s theater reviews probably paved the way for the rise of the ‘influencer’ culture, where everyone's opinion is as valid as the last viral TikTok—because who doesn't want to hear about your latest existential crisis over a theater performance?. Fact: Did you know that theater critics once had the power to make or break a show? Now, we just have Twitter for that!.
• Headline: Stamps. Impact: Franklin's stamp was a pivotal moment for American postal history, influencing stamp collecting as a hobby and leading to the eventual rise of people hoarding stamps instead of Bitcoin. So, thanks for the investment tip, Franklin!. Fact: Did you know that Benjamin Franklin was also a postmaster? Turns out, he was just a fan of delivering bad news on paper!.
• Headline: 3 Rob Canadian Bank; Loot May Be $1 ‐Million. Impact: The Canadian bank heist probably led to the infamous stereotype of Canadians being too polite to commit crimes. Who knew a million-dollar heist could make people rethink their views on maple syrup and politeness?. Fact: Did you know that the Royal Bank of Canada was founded in 1864? So, they’ve had plenty of practice dodging robbers—clearly, they need to step up their game!.