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I am retired from the Los Angeles Times

C.C. Pierce – Glass Lantern Slide

Posted on March 8, 2013 by lmharnisch

This is a first. A vendor on EBay has listed a glass slide bearing the name of C.C. Pierce. Pierce was a prolific photographer who ran a large archive in Los Angeles in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. … Continue reading →

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Black Dahlia: George Hodel Murder HQ Soil Tests Overdue – Week 4

Posted on March 8, 2013 by lmharnisch

I guess everybody has forgotten about this except for me. Let me remind you that Christine Pelisek wrote in the Daily Beast on Feb. 3, 2013, that test results on soil taken from the Sowden House (George “Evil Genius” Hodel’s … Continue reading →

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Black Dahlia: The Non-Smoking Gun – George Hodel Files Part 30

Posted on March 8, 2013 by lmharnisch

Hodel again talking to Negro woman!!!!! March 19, 1950: Another day of…. well, certainly you know the drill by now. Today we have the addition of a vacuum cleaner!!! And if you think this is boring and tedious for you, … Continue reading →

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Black Dahlia: The Non-Smoking Gun – George Hodel Files Part 29

Posted on March 7, 2013 by lmharnisch

“Jesus Christ, Walsh — that’s what you spent your day doing?” –J.J. Gittes, “Chinatown” March 18, 1950:  Another day of ringing phones and snoring at the alleged Murder HQ of Dr. George “Evil Genius” Hodel. The George Hodel files Part … Continue reading →

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Black Dahlia: The Non-Smoking Gun – George Hodel Files Part 28

Posted on March 6, 2013 by lmharnisch

Can hear some machine noises — sounds like an electric hand drill!!! March 17, 1950: Another day of ringing phones and snoring at the purported HQ of Dr. George “Evil Genius” Hodel. We have 11 days to go and then … Continue reading →

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L.A. Conservancy Announces Last Remaining Seats for 2013

Posted on March 5, 2013 by lmharnisch

The L.A. Conservancy has posted its lineup for the Last Remaining Seats – which is one of my favorite downtown L.A. events – and I have to say I’m underwhelmed. June 1: “To Catch a Thief” at the Orpheum. June … Continue reading →

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Black Dahlia: The Non-Smoking Gun – George Hodel Files Part 27

Posted on March 5, 2013 by lmharnisch

Hodel calls Sears Roebuck on Santa Monica Blvd. in regards to mattress covers!!!!!!! March 16, 1950: Another day of tedium, typing, bathroom noises and snoring at Dr. George “Evil Genius” Hodel’s purported Murder HQ. And in case you are wondering, … Continue reading →

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Movieland Mystery Photo – Newsboy Cap Edition VII (Updated +++)

Posted on March 4, 2013 by lmharnisch

And here’s a mystery chap in a newsboy cap! How to Wear a Hat – Newsboy Cap Edition How to Wear a Hat — ‘Grapes of Wrath’ Edition Movieland Mystery Photo – Newsboy Cap Edition I Movieland Mystery Photo – … Continue reading →

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Black Dahlia: The Non-Smoking Gun – George Hodel Files Part 26

Posted on March 4, 2013 by lmharnisch

Hodel and some man talking about colors! Hard to understand!! Talking low!!!! Talking about plastic bottles!!!!!! March 15, 1950: Another day of ringing phones and hard to understand conversations at the purported Murder HQ of Dr. George “Evil Genius” Hodel. … Continue reading →

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Mary Mallory / Hollywood Heights: Celebrity Politicians, Hollywood’s Honorary Mayors 2

Posted on March 4, 2013 by lmharnisch

Oct. 25, 1954: Betty White becomes honorary mayor of Hollywood. During the 1930s and 1940s, neighborhoods and cities surrounding Los Angeles named celebrities as honorary mayors to help gain their areas vital city services like flood control, better roads, and … Continue reading →

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Black Dahlia: Today on ‘Midday Sunday’

Posted on March 3, 2013 by lmharnisch

Set your DVR: I will be discussing the Black Dahlia case and Buster the cadaver dog’s romp at the Sowden House – Dr. George “Evil Genius” Hodel’s purported Murder HQ —  with my good friend Tony Valdez on “Midday Sunday” … Continue reading →

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Black Dahlia: The Non-Smoking Gun – George Hodel Files Part 25

Posted on March 3, 2013 by lmharnisch

March 14, 1950: And here we find out what happened to Ellen, the housekeeper with occasional benefits, who is frequently heard crying in the transcripts. What does Dr. George “Evil Genius” Hodel do with a problematic woman? Does he kill … Continue reading →

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Black Dahlia: The Non-Smoking Gun – George Hodel Files Part 24

Posted on March 2, 2013 by lmharnisch

He was on the can, reading and grunting, then flushes toilet!!!! Another day of tedium and bowel movements at the alleged Murder HQ of Dr. George “Evil Genius” Hodel. The George Hodel files Part 1 | Part 2 | Part … Continue reading →

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Black Dahlia: George Hodel Murder HQ Soil Tests Overdue – Week 3

Posted on March 1, 2013 by lmharnisch

OK, this is ridiculous. If you will remember (and of course you do) Christine Pelisek wrote in the Daily Beast on Feb. 3, 2013, that test results on soil taken from the Sowden House (George “Evil Genius” Hodel’s purported murder … Continue reading →

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Black Dahlia: The Non-Smoking Gun – George Hodel Files Part 23

Posted on March 1, 2013 by lmharnisch

March 12, 1950: Another day of absolutely nothing at the purported Murder HQ of Dr. George “Evil Genius” Hodel. And yes, I know this is boring and tedious. That’s the point: There is absolutely nothing in these transcripts to show … Continue reading →

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Black Dahlia: The Non-Smoking Gun – George Hodel Files Part 22

Posted on February 28, 2013 by lmharnisch

Typing by someone –not Hodel – Not as adept as Hodel. No conversation!!!! Another day of typing at the purported Murder HQ of Dr. George “Evil Genius” Hodel, in which Dorothy discusses Vincent Price, MGM and John Farrow. The George … Continue reading →

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Black Dahlia: The Non-Smoking Gun – George Hodel Files Part 21

Posted on February 27, 2013 by lmharnisch

She was going to shoot me and commit suicide “Tamara”!!!!!!! Well, that’s sort of juicy, isn’t it? Of course, it seems to involve Tamar Hodel rather than one of Dr. George “Evil Genius”Hodel’s alleged killings, but still juicy. Another day … Continue reading →

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Black Dahlia: The Non-Smoking Gun – George Hodel Files Part 20

Posted on February 26, 2013 by lmharnisch

I love you very much!!!!! Love? No “Evil Genius” points today! Love at the purported Murder HQ of Dr. George “Evil Genius” Hodel on March 9, 1950. The George Hodel files Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | … Continue reading →

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Mary Mallory / Hollywood Heights – Studio City’s La Fonda Wayside Inn

Posted on February 25, 2013 by lmharnisch

The bread-and-butter businesses of most municipalities are those providing goods and services, with restaurants near the top of the list. Running a restaurant is extremely difficult, because costs are high, profit margins are low and public tastes can often be … Continue reading →

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Black Dahlia: The Non-Smoking Gun – George Hodel Files Part 19

Posted on February 25, 2013 by lmharnisch

Phone rings 9 times – no one answers!!!!! March 8, 1950: Another day of tedium at the purported Murder HQ of Dr. George “Evil Genius” Hodel. The George Hodel files Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part … Continue reading →

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