SEPTEMBER 15, 1957

Full News Archive

• Headline: H L Roth Appointed East Orange Library Director. Impact: H.L. Roth's appointment as director of the East Orange Library sparked a love for reading that would lead to the rise of countless hipster coffee shops and the 'I read books' Instagram trend. The rest is history, or should I say, a series of poorly written self-help books?. Fact: Fun fact: Libraries were originally designed as a place for people to find out how to shush each other in public!.
• Headline: The World Watches as Germany Votes; The Federal republic is holding its first election as a sovereign nation. It faces decisions in three fields: European integration, mutual defense, national unification. The World Watches as Germany Votes INTEGRATION SECURITY REUNIFICATION. Impact: Germany's first election as a sovereign nation was the moment they decided to get their act together. This eventually led to the rise of lederhosen, bratwurst, and the world's most efficient public transportation system. Who said a democracy can't have a quirky side?. Fact: Fun fact: If you combine a German election with Oktoberfest, you get the world's most organized party—where everyone knows exactly when to raise their steins!.
• Headline: Spy Suspect Fights Use of Seized Tools; ABEL SEEKS TO BAR SPY TOOLS IN TRIAL Could Avoid Trial Request for Lawyer Cited Court Assigns Counsel. Impact: Abel's fight against the use of spy tools in his trial created a legal precedent that would inspire countless TV shows about spies using the most ridiculous gadgets, thus shaping the future of espionage as we know it. Thanks for the drama, Abel!. Fact: Did you know that spy gadgets were originally tested by the same companies who made toys? That explains a lot about the quality of some of those gadgets!.
• Headline: Bruges, Belgium; Hey, Mark! Hot Dogs at the Cafe de la Paix Americanization of Europe Why We Are Resented. Impact: The Americanization of Europe through hot dogs and other charming influences set the stage for global fast-food chains that would soon dominate the culinary landscape. Now, everyone can enjoy a taste of America—whether they want it or not!. Fact: Fun fact: Hot dogs have been known to cure homesickness, especially when consumed while watching a baseball game in a foreign land..
• Headline: Report On Men's Wear. Impact: The report on men's wear unfurled a fashion revolution that would leave many men scratching their heads in confusion over what to actually wear. This eventually led to the rise of 'dad fashion'—a trend no one asked for but everyone tolerates.. Fact: Did you know that men's fashion is just a game of 'how many pockets can we add' before it becomes a utility vest?.
• Headline: EDUCATION NEWS; Varied Activity on the Campus And in the Classrooms WASHINGTON--Recordings NEW SCHOOL--Delinquency PRINTING--Forum FRANCE--Teachers PITTSBURGH--Appointment PRATT--New President DAY SCHOOLS--Jewish DE PAUL--Tuition Rise DARTMOUTH--Medical SCHOOLS--Local Problems SCHOLARSHIPS--Corporation EDUCATION--In Brief. Impact: The surge in enrollment in Jewish education highlighted the ongoing quest for people to find meaning in their lives, paving the way for countless philosophical debates over bagels and cream cheese. Because nothing says 'deep thought' like a good brunch!. Fact: Fun fact: The only thing that’s more complex than the Talmud is trying to find a decent bagel on the West Coast!.