Monthly Archives: July 2009

Man Killed in San Pedro Over Woman

Posted on July 24, 2009 by lmharnisch

July 24, 1889: Coroner Meredith yesterday went down to San Pedro, where he held an inquest on the body of Martin Winter, the mate of the schooner Jessie Minor, who was killed in a stabbing affray at that place Monday … Continue reading →

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Matt Weinstock — July 23, 1959

Posted on July 23, 2009 by lmharnisch

Song of the Islands Don't get him wrong, writer Don Quinn loves the Hawaiian Islands. But during his latest visit — his 17th, by the way, from which he has just returned — be became painfully aware of the natives' … Continue reading →

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Paul V. Coates — Confidential File, July 23, 1959

Posted on July 23, 2009 by lmharnisch

Confidential File All About Dedicated Citizen Sam On the final day of May, 1954, I had an appointment to meet a wiry little Italian immigrant by the name of Simon Rodia. Rodia, then 76 years old, was to appear on … Continue reading →

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A Kinder, Simpler Time Dept.: Your Theatre

Posted on July 23, 2009 by lmharnisch

July 23, 1945: Gee, what do you suppose happens in "Motel Wives?" July 26, 1945: Luckily, we don't have to guess. We can look it up. 

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July 23, 2009: Darryl Thomas Kemp, Paroled Sex Killer Strikes Again, Gets Death Penalty for the Third Time

Posted on July 23, 2009 by lmharnisch

July 17, 1959: Darryl Thomas Kemp is linked to the killing of Marjorie Hipperson. He killed again a few months after being paroled in 1978. The nylon stocking murder of nurse Marjorie Hipperson, one of the most sensational Los Angeles … Continue reading →

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Photo Helps Catch Horse Thief

Posted on July 23, 2009 by lmharnisch

July 23, 1899: A horse thief is caught by deputies using a photograph showing him and the victim, a former friend. 

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Rape, Molestation Case Reveals ‘Depths of Depravity’

Posted on July 23, 2009 by lmharnisch

July 23, 1889: Siegel the Hatter has flannel shirts! July 23, 1889: The marriage of James Edgecomb and the ensuing trial, below. But the story gets better…  Aug. 3, 1889: "Depths of Depravity" — now there's a headline that says: … Continue reading →

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Matt Weinstock — July 22, 1959

Posted on July 22, 2009 by lmharnisch

Enforcing the Law Let us re-examine the premise, frequently developed here, that many mounted policemen seem to have been trained to the principle that the most important phase of traffic enforcement is writing the citation rather than guiding erring motorists … Continue reading →

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Paul V. Coates — Confidential File, July 22, 1959

Posted on July 22, 2009 by lmharnisch

Confidential File Cops Troubled With Delusions A policeman's lot, I've heard it sung, is not a happy one. And I'm inclined to agree. He's an underpaid, overinsulted public servant who even has to make good on the bullets he uses … Continue reading →

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A Kinder, Simpler Time Dept.: Educational Comics

Posted on July 22, 2009 by lmharnisch

July 22, 1944: Edward Steichen throws out his paintbrushes and takes up photography. It's not clear if the above story is entirely true — but it is entertaining.

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5 Lynched in Louisiana

Posted on July 22, 2009 by lmharnisch

July 22, 1899, Tallulah, La.: "When he got to the courthouse square, a crowd of about two hundred and fifty citizens overpowered the sheriff and, after a severe struggle, took Joe and Charles Defatta down to the slaughter pen and … Continue reading →

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Man Thrown Off Yacht for Singing

Posted on July 22, 2009 by lmharnisch

  July 22, 1889: A man nearly drowns after being thrown off a yacht returning from Santa Catalina Island because he insisted on singing the tune "White Wings," which was evidently considered bad luck. Note: If you search on the … Continue reading →

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Found on EBay — Myer Siegel

Posted on July 21, 2009 by lmharnisch

This silk dress from Myer Siegel has been listed on EBay. It's unclear from The Times' clips exactly what became of Myer Siegel, but it disappears in the early 1950s. Myer Siegel items are fairly unusual on EBay, compared with … Continue reading →

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Matt Weinstock — July 21, 1959

Posted on July 21, 2009 by lmharnisch

McCarthy Ghost Still Haunts Two teachers who have been subpoenaed to appear before the House Un-American Activities Committee here Sept. 15 called on a staff member the other day to tell their stories and ask a favor. One is a … Continue reading →

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Paul V. Coates — Confidential File, July 21, 1959

Posted on July 21, 2009 by lmharnisch

Confidential File On the Mentally Sick Who Rule the Well If someone will kindly run up a flag of truce, I'd like to have a word with Gov. Long. I know the old gentleman's respect for the working press isn't … Continue reading →

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A Kinder, Simpler Time Dept.: Your Movies

Posted on July 21, 2009 by lmharnisch

July 21, 1943: Shout-out to David Croy and other fans of vintage lettering. Notice the different handling of "Frankenstein" (bolted together) and "Wolf Man" (furry) with this elegant script for "meets" as if it's a party invitation. And all the lettering … Continue reading →

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Architectural Rambling — Pasadena

Posted on July 21, 2009 by lmharnisch

July 2, 1917: Architect Frederick C. Grable dies of anemia. Photo courtesy of Ray Combs / Dilbeck GMAC Real Estate A 1914 home at 888 S. Madison Ave. in Pasadena, designed by Frederick C. Grable and Clarence C. Austin, has … Continue reading →

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This Dodger Plays Like a Kid; Moonwalking on the Angels

Posted on July 21, 2009 by lmharnisch

July 21, 1969: "First, the picket who you sent to the hospital wasn't a student! He had no reason to be on this campus — except to stir up trouble!" :: The Dodgers' youth movement was led by a youngster … Continue reading →

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Man Sought in Oklahoma Killing Arrested in L.A.

Posted on July 21, 2009 by lmharnisch

July 21, 1899: Clyde Mattox, a murder suspect wanted in Oklahoma, talks to a reporter because they are both members of the Knights of Pythias. "In 1889 when but 19 years of age, Mattox was a member of the police … Continue reading →

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New Theater Planned for Plaza

Posted on July 21, 2009 by lmharnisch

July 21, 1889: Plans for a new theater on the Plaza … and a nasty dispute between a landlady and her tenant. He won't pay the bill or move. "Tracy, on his side, says that Mrs. Fuller was very abusive … Continue reading →

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