Category Archives: Dodgers

Mary Mallory: Hollywood Heights – Remembering Organist Bob Mitchell

Posted on March 19, 2012 by

In the Academy Award winning film “The Artist,”  silent film actor George Valentin sees his career washed away when sound features take over, and must find a new path in life and career.  Silent film accompanist Robert “Bob” Mitchell saw … Continue reading →

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Woman Jailed for Driving Too Slowly

Posted on October 7, 2011 by

Oct. 7, 1941: You’re probably wondering how fast Blanche Roberts was driving. The story doesn’t say anything more specific than “an exceedingly low rate of speed” on the Calabasas Grade. Apparently no one thought to query the reporter — the … Continue reading →

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Keith Thursby: Dodgers Wrap It Up at the Coliseum

Posted on September 21, 2011 by

Sept. 21, 1961 The Dodgers ended their fourth and final season in the Coliseum with a 3-2, 13-inning victory over the Chicago Cubs. According to the Times’ coverage before and after the game, the Dodgers left their first Los Angeles … Continue reading →

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