MARCH 21, 1932

Full News Archive

• Headline: Annual Poster Awards for Students. Impact: Thanks to this inspiring contest, the world now has a plethora of overly-enthusiastic dog-themed art. Each poster that won has led to an exponential rise in the number of social media influencers with pets, creating the 'petfluencer' phenomenon that dominates your feed today.. Fact: Did you know that many of those prizes might have been just a shiny sticker? Ah, the sweet taste of victory in the form of a 3-inch badge!.
• Headline: Tragic Loss of Two New Air Pilots. Impact: This tragic event led to increased safety regulations in aviation, which ultimately resulted in the invention of the in-flight snack. Yes, it was all about the pretzels.. Fact: Did you know that flying a plane without sufficient experience is like playing chess with a pigeon? It just knocks over the pieces and struts around as if it won..
• Headline: Prince Injured in Hunting Accident. Impact: This incident sparked a royal debate on hunting ethics, leading to the establishment of animal rights organizations. Consequently, the phrase 'not all heroes wear capes' started being applied to rescued horses.. Fact: Did you know that horses, while majestic, can also be remarkably clumsy? Who knew royalty could be so... ungraceful?.
• Headline: SOVIET TONE FIRMER ON JAPAN'S ACTIONS; Russians Fully Prepared to Fight if Their Territory Is Threatened. VIEW TOWARD US WARMER Bolshevik Believe France and Britain Support Tokyo's Moves in China With Definite Aim.. Impact: This escalation of tensions contributed to the global chess game where alliances were formed and broken. Fast forward a few decades, and you have a world where 'who's on whose side' is just as confusing as a soap opera plot twist.. Fact: Did you know that international relations often feel like high school drama? Everyone's plotting, alliances are shaky, and there's always that one student who just can't keep their nose out of it..
• Headline: 4,000-FATHOM DEPTH FOUND IN ATLANTIC; Princeton Men, After 4,000-Mile Cruise, Report Chasm Near Grand Cayman Island. SUBMARINE USED FOR TESTS Three Months of Calculation Is Necessary Before Practical Results Will Be Announced. AID WAS GIVEN BY NAVY Changing Weight of Islands in the West Indies Was Sought to Check on Earthquake Courses.. Impact: This discovery led to a new wave of underwater exploration, fueling the myth of Atlantis and inspiring countless bad movies. Who would have thought a chasm would lead to more terrible sequels?. Fact: Did you know that the ocean is so deep that if you dropped Mount Everest into it, it would still be underwater? Talk about a 'deep' conversation starter!.
• Headline: JEFFERSONIAN TAXATION.. Impact: This headline reminds us that tax debates have a long history, leading to the modern-day spectacle of politicians arguing about how to spend your money—like children fighting over the last cookie.. Fact: Did you know that Thomas Jefferson once said, 'The government that governs least governs best'? He clearly never had to deal with filing taxes on time..
• Headline: May Drop Round-Table Aim.; TOKYO'S WAR OFFICE HALTS PEACE PLANS. Impact: The failure of these peace plans led to a series of misunderstandings that would eventually contribute to global conflicts. Not quite the diplomatic handshake everyone hoped for, huh?. Fact: Did you know that 'peace talks' often resemble a group project in school? Everyone has different ideas, and the end result usually involves a lot of arguing and awkward silence..
• Headline: REVENGE DECRIED AS PRISON POLICY; Lewisohn Urges Added Parole Powers as Bringing Lasting Benefits to Society. CALLS SENTENCING ARCHAIC Indiscriminately Heavy Terms Not Having Deterrent Effect Promised, He Says on Radio. PLEA IS MADE FOR NEW LAW Moor and Goldsmith Explain State Release System as Modern and Economic Handling of Crime.. Impact: This push for reform highlighted the flaws in punitive judicial systems, eventually leading to movements advocating for rehabilitation over retribution. Who knew that realizing revenge is not a solution could take so long?. Fact: Did you know that the concept of 'rehabilitation' in prisons is still debated? Apparently, some people prefer to keep the 'punish' in 'punishment.'.
• Headline: CoburnuDevens. |. Impact: This seemingly mundane marriage announcement caused a ripple effect, leading to a plethora of wedding hashtags and a rise in Pinterest boards dedicated to 'how to plan the perfect wedding.'. Fact: Did you know that marriage announcements used to be a big deal? Now, if you’re not live-streaming your wedding, did it even happen?.
• Headline: PRISON TALK GIVEN BY MARY PICKFORD; She Tells 600 in Workhouse That She Never Saw a Party in Hollywood. ANSWERS THEIR QUESTIONS Recalls the Days When She Was the "Biograph Blonde" -- Once Ate 15-Cent Meals.. Impact: Mary Pickford’s visit provided a glimmer of hope, showing that even Hollywood stars can empathize with those behind bars. This led to a trend of celebrities visiting prisons, though some were just looking for a good photo op.. Fact: Did you know that Mary Pickford was one of the first movie stars to have a significant impact on the film industry’s business model? Too bad her 15-cent meals didn't come with a side of humility..