Monthly Archives: April 2009

Found on EBay — Charlotta A Bass

Posted on April 6, 2009 by lmharnisch

   A copy of "Forty Years: Memoirs From the Pages of a Newspaper," by Charlotta A. Bass, has been listed on EBay. This is a self-published autobiography of the woman who headed the California Eagle, a newspaper that served the … Continue reading →

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Matt Weinstock — April 6, 1959

Posted on April 6, 2009 by lmharnisch

Works of Art When he finishes his day's work at the easel, Lenard Kester, like many other artists, smears the surplus paint on unworked canvases. Otherwise, it would harden overnight and be wasted. It is not only relaxing to make … Continue reading →

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Paul Coates — Peron Hopes for Comeback

Posted on April 6, 2009 by lmharnisch

Paul Coates today begins a series of columns based on a trip to the Dominican Republic, where he obtained exclusive interviews with ousted dictators Juan Peron and Fulgencio Batista. By Paul Coates, Mirror News Columnist CIUDAD TRUJILLO, Dominican Republic, April … Continue reading →

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In the Theaters, April 6, 1923

Posted on April 6, 2009 by lmharnisch
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Second Takes — Billy Wilder

Posted on April 6, 2009 by lmharnisch

  Nov. 21, 1940: "Arise, My Love." Look! It's Rube Wolf! "You'll like it, I promise," — Philip K. Scheuer

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Hard Times on Eastwood Set; Los Angeles Radio, April 6, 1969

Posted on April 6, 2009 by lmharnisch

An image that resonates with the famous 1971 ad of Iron Eyes Cody. It's Easter Sunday in 1969, and The Times features a story about the date of the crucifixion on Page 1. Biologists tally the number of seals who … Continue reading →

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Nuestro Pueblo, April 5, 1939

Posted on April 6, 2009 by lmharnisch

Every week I visit former Times reporter Eric Malnic in the hospital, where he's recovering from cancer surgery. There's a large blowup of an old postcard of the Figueroa Tunnels on the wall across from the elevators, so I always … Continue reading →

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Found on EBay — Batchelder Fireplace

Posted on April 5, 2009 by lmharnisch

An entire Batchelder fireplace has been listed on EBay. The fireplace is located in Fullerton, Calif. Bidding starts at $20,000.

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Baseball Season Opens, April 7, 1985

Posted on April 5, 2009 by lmharnisch

[Note: I didn't really know Art Seidenbaum except to nod when I passed him in the hallway. I wish now that I had gotten acquainted — lrh]. Play the Pastime With Country and Catfish April 7, 1985 By Art Seidenbaum, … Continue reading →

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In the Theaters, April 5, 1921

Posted on April 5, 2009 by lmharnisch
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Second Takes — Billy Wilder

Posted on April 5, 2009 by lmharnisch

Aug. 21, 1940, a half-page ad for "Rhythm on the River" and no sign of Billy Wilder's name anywhere. If you didn't know, you probably wouldn't guess from this clip that Wilder was involved in this film. Not a trace … Continue reading →

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Trouble Was His Business — Raymond Chandler

Posted on April 5, 2009 by lmharnisch

THE WRITING LIFE Judith Freeman on Raymond Chandler A letter led to friendship with Dorothy Fisher, once Raymond Chandler's secretary. By Judith Freeman April 5, 2009 The number of people who actually knew Raymond Chandler and who are still alive … Continue reading →

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CBS Cancels Hit Comedy Show Over Censorship; Sweet Lou Returns, April 5, 1969

Posted on April 5, 2009 by lmharnisch

A Requiem by Benny Carter is performed at a memorial for the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. Restaurants lost thousands of dollars to hippies who ate meals but left without paying. The ACLU says Palm Spring police violated  the Constitution … Continue reading →

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Found on EBay — Florentine Gardens, Earl Carroll’s

Posted on April 4, 2009 by lmharnisch

Florentine Gardens, 1944 Florentine Gardens, no date. Earl Carroll's 1943 An EBay vendor has listed three nightclub souvenir photos from the 1940s. The two at left are from the Florentine Gardens on Hollywood Boulevard, the one above is from Earl … Continue reading →

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Matt Weinstock — April 4, 1959

Posted on April 4, 2009 by lmharnisch

TV Cliches Shocking About a year ago a registered nurse inquired here what the frontier doctors on TV wanted with all the hot water they were forever demanding when about to deliver a baby. Her inquiry raised quite a storm. … Continue reading →

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Paul Coates — Confidential File, April 4, 1959

Posted on April 4, 2009 by lmharnisch

Confidential File Mash Notes and Comments "I spent most of my early life in the saddle in West Texas and New Mexico. In 27 years I'll be 100, but I am still just a kid. "I wonder if you know … Continue reading →

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In the Theaters, April 4, 1917

Posted on April 4, 2009 by lmharnisch
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Second Takes — Billy Wilder

Posted on April 4, 2009 by lmharnisch

   Dec. 5, 1939: "Ninotchka" opens tomorrow! And no, not a word about the screenwriters in this anonymous review, which appeared in The Times on Dec. 7, 1939. "I still remember the day of the funeral," Billy Wilder said of … Continue reading →

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Jordan’s King Hussein Visits L.A.; Rams to Play Night Game, April 4, 1959

Posted on April 4, 2009 by lmharnisch

The Times' art department retouched Neil Clemans' photo of Marlon Brando giving the finger to photographers. Let's see if we can get a copy of the original. At left, King Hussein of Jordan waves to photographers in Palmdale after flying … Continue reading →

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Found on EBay — Long Beach Plunge

Posted on April 3, 2009 by lmharnisch

This postcard of the Plunge in Long Beach has been listed on EBay. Bidding starts at $2. At left, an orchestra provides music for Ladies' Day at the Plunge in Long Beach. Above, ladies, please cover up!

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