SEPTEMBER 1, 1975

Full News Archive

• Headline: Kenneth P. Bliss: Advertising Pioneer. Impact: If only Kenneth Bliss had sold ad space for time travel, we might have had the first commercial time machine by now. Imagine the ads: 'Travel back to witness the signing of the Declaration of Independence! Just $19.99!'. Fact: Kenneth Bliss sold ads, but did you know that selling ad space in the Renaissance could have made you a millionaire? It's all about who you know, and apparently, he didn't know enough Medici..
• Headline: Bond St. Faces Rental Crisis. Impact: This inflation crisis on Bond St. led to a global trend of overpriced coffee shops. Somewhere in a parallel universe, hipsters are paying $10 for a cup of artisanal water.. Fact: Bond St. is famous for its high fashion, but it's also where dreams go to die when the rent is due. Who knew overpriced rent could lead to the rise of thrift shops?.
• Headline: US Swimmers Excel in Japan Relay Events. Impact: The success of American swimmers in Japan sparked a worldwide swimming craze, leading to the invention of synchronized swimming, which, let's face it, is just water ballet with less drama.. Fact: Swimming was once an Olympic event where athletes competed in their birthday suits. Talk about making a splash!.
• Headline: Exxon Suspending Its Posted Prices On Domestic Crude. Impact: This decision set off a chain reaction that would eventually lead to the phrase 'the price of gas is through the roof' becoming a national pastime. Who needs sports when you have fluctuating gas prices to complain about?. Fact: Exxon suspending prices might have been a tactic to confuse everyone into thinking they were getting a deal. Spoiler: they weren't..
• Headline: Dr. Clarence C. Stoughton Dies; Ex‐President of Wittenberg, 80. Impact: Dr. Stoughton’s passing left a void in academia, which led to an influx of questionable YouTube educators. Now, every cat video comes with a side of DIY philosophy.. Fact: Stoughton was 80 when he passed, proving that age is just a number—until it becomes your time to go..
• Headline: Pierre Blaise, the French Star Of ‘Lacombe, Lucien,’ 24, Killed. Impact: This tragic loss altered the course of French cinema, leading to a void that would eventually be filled by a thousand Nicolas Cage films. A true cinematic butterfly effect.. Fact: Blaise was only 24 when he died, reminding us all that life is short, and your filmography better be good while it lasts..
• Headline: Economic Stimulus Urged, but Simon Says No for U.S.. Impact: Simon’s refusal to stimulate the economy led to an entire generation of economists learning to play Simon Says to distract themselves from the looming recession. ‘Simon says invest wisely!’. Fact: When economists say 'no,' it’s usually just to get more attention. They love the drama, much like reality TV stars..
• Headline: For Organized Labor, What Replaces ‘More’?. Impact: The uncertainty of labor unions led to the creation of the phrase 'let’s negotiate,' which has since been used by everyone from CEOs to children trying to get an extra cookie.. Fact: Labor unions were once just groups of people sharing lunch. Now, they’re basically the adult version of a schoolyard fight over who gets the biggest slice of pizza..