SEPTEMBER 8, 1932

Full News Archive

• Headline: Advancements in Astronomy at MIT Lecture. Impact: Little did Eddington know that his balloon demonstration would one day inspire a generation of kids to think that science is just blowing up balloons and that physics is all about party tricks. Also, Einstein's hair became an iconic meme way before memes were a thing.. Fact: Did you know that if you blow up a balloon and let it go, it can fly around like a chaotic mini rocket? Just like science, but with less math..
• Headline: Parker's Final Journey to Canada. Impact: Parker's burial in Canada sparked a nationwide trend of people wanting to be buried in cooler places, leading to an influx of tourists looking for the next hip burial ground. Little did they know, the trend would eventually lead to 'destination funerals' becoming a thing.. Fact: Funerals are basically just the last party you'll ever throw, so why not make it a good one? Just remember to RSVP to your own..
• Headline: Banker Anticipates Economic Recovery. Impact: E.P. Maynard's optimistic banking forecast led to an influx of people trying to invest in the next big thing, causing an explosion of absurd startup ideas that still plague us today. Thank you, E.P. Maynard, for the next avocado toast craze.. Fact: The last time people were this optimistic about the economy, someone decided to create the 'Pet Rock.' Spoiler alert: It wasn't a good investment..
• Headline: Women Ejected From Sydney Legislature After Demonstration for Lang, Ex-Premier. Impact: The ejection of women from the Sydney Legislature marked the beginning of a long and arduous journey toward gender equality in politics, which would eventually lead to political hashtags and social media movements that would make even the most stoic historians roll their eyes.. Fact: Ironically, cheering in a legislature can get you ejected, but throwing paper airplanes is totally acceptable. #Logic.
• Headline: BERKSHIRE MUSEUM OPENS ART EXHIBIT; Annual Display of Painting, Sculpture and Craftwork to Continue to Sept. 25. MANY LANDSCAPES SHOWN R.T. Francis of New York Presents a Brittany Scene -- Mrs. A.E. Outerbridge Among Arrivals.. Impact: The Berkshire Museum opening its art exhibit kicked off a centuries-long debate about what constitutes art. Spoiler alert: it's still open and nobody agrees!. Fact: Art is subjective, which is just a fancy way of saying, 'I don't understand it, but I’m going to act like I do.'.
• Headline: POLAND GREETS McARTHUR.; Our Chief of Staff Goes to Rovno to See Army Manoeuvres.. Impact: McArthur's visit to Poland became a pivotal moment in international relations, cementing a friendship that would ultimately lead to an abundance of awkward diplomatic dinners and meetings, and yes, even the infamous 'let's all hold hands and sing' moment.. Fact: McArthur once tried to organize a 'Friendship Day' but confused it with a 'Bring Your Dog to Work Day.' It was chaotic..
• Headline: Lobsters From Crusoe's Island Taken by Plane Across Andes. Impact: The air shipment of lobsters across the Andes sparked a culinary revolution, leading to the belief that if you can put it on a plane, you can eat it anywhere. This paved the way for sushi in the middle of the desert.. Fact: Lobster used to be considered poor people's food. Now it’s served with a side of 'I can’t believe it’s not butter' for the rich..
• Headline: FARM PICKETS ROUT 100 IOWA DEPUTIES; Waving Stars and Stripes, They Hurl Sticks and Stones in Road Near Sioux City. 22 TRUCKS TURNED BACK Farmers Refuse to Abandon Blockade on One Road Pending Governors' Conference Friday. FARM PICKETS ROUT SIOUX CITY OFFICERS. Impact: The farmers' protest against the Iowa deputies became a classic example of how people can unite over a mutual dislike for authority, leading to a culture where everyone now feels free to block traffic for any cause, including that time someone protested for better ice cream flavors.. Fact: Throwing sticks and stones is technically considered a form of protest, but I wouldn't recommend it at your next town hall meeting..
• Headline: J.S. MORGAN ESTATE WT TO 2 CHILDREN; Princeton Art Museum Gets Etchings Collected by Cousin of Noted Banker. RARE PAINTING BEQUEATHED 31r Joshua Reynolds's Portrait of Mrs. Yates Goes to Daughteru Mrs. J. D. Hurd's Will Filed.. Impact: The distribution of J.S. Morgan’s estate to his children paved the way for future generations to squabble over inheritances, reminding us all that family drama is the real legacy that keeps giving.. Fact: Inheriting a fortune is much like winning the lottery, except you also inherit your family's crazy uncle. Good luck with that!.