#40: Shirley Temple Conspiracy
This anecdote is so brilliant that I can’t believe I’ve never heard it before. I didn’t even know that there were any doubts about Shirley Temple’s age, but having seen her films, I can understand why. That in itself would be enough of a story: the adult world forcing a child into an adult-like mold and then doubting her status as a child.
However, what’s even more enthralling is the Church’s obsession with her. It’s really great to know that the Vatican has its priorities straight, knowing what is important to the Almighty. It’s also great to know that they’ve developed some sort of priestly technology for proving age. I’ll be calling on one of their priests next time I’m asked for ID at the liquor store.