How does the timeline support the text? it suggests that sugar’s influence was limited, not widespread. it documents key events
in the sugar and sweetener industries. it identifies the events that led to the collapse of the sugar trade. it provides explanatory details regarding the lives and work of sugar farmers.
To me the first sentence recognizes that the news had been a rumor for a while before it became official. People may have been speculating, and now they know the truth. I think this article is about a person getting hired for a house appliance store. Really hope this helps!