NOVEMBER 1, 1982

Full News Archive

• Headline: Advertising Catalogue Assignment Announcement. Impact: This seemingly mundane advertising shift led to the rise of aggressive door-to-door sales tactics, which eventually resulted in the creation of the infamous infomercial. Yes, thank Levine, Huntley, Schmidt, Plapler & Beaver for that late-night ab cruncher you never asked for.. Fact: Did you know that door-to-door sales were once seen as a respectable profession? Now it’s mostly known for awkward encounters and unsolicited vacuum cleaner pitches. Thanks, advertising!.
• Headline: Swarthmore's Shakespearean Night. Impact: The casual commentary on normalcy at Swarthmore College created a ripple effect that eventually led to every college student believing they are the epitome of normal, despite their penchant for wearing pajama pants to class. Thus, the 'normal college experience' was forever altered.. Fact: Did you know Swarthmore’s football team actually exists? Yes, it’s true! They’ve been attempting to be 'normal' since their inception, but judging by the headlines, they might need to rethink their strategy..
• Headline: Horseback Riders Showcase Skills in Shows. Impact: This new trend of horseback riding lessons sparked a revolution in equestrian sports that culminated in the creation of competitive horse shows, where the only thing more extravagant than the outfits are the egos of the riders. Who knew ponies could lead to such drama?. Fact: Did you know that horseback riding is one of the only sports where you can pay to get thrown off an animal? It's like being in a relationship—sometimes you just get bucked off, and it’s not even your fault!.