SEPTEMBER 10, 1974

Full News Archive

• Headline: Ford's Controversial Nixon Pardon Explained. Impact: Ford's pardon of Nixon set off a chain reaction that led to the creation of a secret society of disgruntled ex-presidents who meet in a basement to discuss their grievances—because clearly, they have nothing better to do.. Fact: Fun fact: Nixon's advance pardon was so controversial that it gave rise to the expression 'pardon my French'—ironically, it was never in French..
• Headline: Support for Farm Workers' Boycott. Impact: Meany's support for the United Farm Workers inspired a generation of activists who thought that boycotting grapes was a more effective strategy than voting. Spoiler: they were both ineffective.. Fact: Did you know that the grape boycott led to a massive increase in California's wine consumption? Because if you can't eat grapes, might as well drink them!.
• Headline: Missouri Pacific System's Major Contract Awards. Impact: The contract awards for freight cars and locomotives were so successful that they indirectly led to the creation of a new reality show called 'Extreme Freight Train Makeover.'. Fact: Did you know that $100 million could also buy you approximately 10 million rubber duckies? Just think of the logistics that would require!.
• Headline: Americans in Greece Feeling the ‘Tension’. Impact: The anti-American sentiment in Greece led to an underground movement that resulted in the world's first 'How to Be a Tourist Without Being Hated' guidebook. Spoiler alert: it didn't sell well.. Fact: Did you know that the phrase 'American tourists' is synonymous with 'loud and clueless' in many countries? It's a global phenomenon!.
• Headline: Dow Chemical Pact Signed. Impact: The end of Dow Chemical's longest strike created a ripple effect that inspired other companies to test how long they could push their workers before they actually left—turns out, it's not a great strategy.. Fact: Did you know that during the 177-day strike, people actually learned how to make their own chemicals at home? Safety not guaranteed!.
• Headline: DISSIDENTS GAIN IN OPPOSING PACT FOR MOZAMBIQUE. Impact: The rise of the Movement for Free Mozambique set off a global trend of naming movements that make you feel like you’re missing out on some insider knowledge—because who doesn't want to be part of a movement?. Fact: Did you know that the phrase 'free' has been used in so many movements that it’s practically lost all meaning? Kind of like 'sale' at your favorite store..
• Headline: Latest Rent Increases Here Displease Both Sides. Impact: The NYC rent increase debacle led to the invention of a new sport: dodge-the-landlord, which quickly became a hit in urban areas across the country. It’s not quite Olympic material yet.. Fact: Did you know that landlords and tenants can easily become best friends if they both agree to never talk about rent? It's a delicate truce!.
• Headline: The Political General. Impact: Haig’s potential NATO appointment made it trendy for military personnel to dabble in politics, leading to several generational family feuds—because nothing says dysfunction like a military coup at Thanksgiving.. Fact: Did you know that in military families, the term 'diplomatic dinner' often means arguing about politics over burnt turkey? Just another holiday tradition!.