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I am retired from the Los Angeles Times

Paul V. Coates – Confidential File, Oct. 6, 1959

Posted on October 6, 2009 by lmharnisch

    Oct. 6, 1959: Abby advises a young man to read “Johnny Tremain.”

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Koufax vs. Shaw

Posted on October 6, 2009 by lmharnisch

  Oct. 6, 1959: Sports editor Sid Ziff says the Dodgers outclass the Chisox.

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A Kinder, Simpler Time Dept.: Your Movies

Posted on October 6, 2009 by lmharnisch

  Oct. 6, 1934: Joan Blondell refuses to take off her wedding ring to play a single woman in “Kansas City Princess,” so it’s camouflaged by the makeup department. And look! It’s Rube Wolf.

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Coming Attractions – Fourth Annual Archives Bazaar

Posted on October 6, 2009 by lmharnisch

  William Dotson of USC sends along a reminder of the fourth annual Archives Bazaar, which will be held Oct. 17 from 10 a.m. to 5  p.m. at USC’s Davidson Conference Center. Admission is free. The bazaar, presented by L.A. … Continue reading →

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Angels Beat Orioles, 4-3

Posted on October 6, 2009 by lmharnisch

Oct. 6, 1979: Hey, Keith! Sister Sledge! Another first for the Angels. They won their first playoff game in franchise history, a 4-3 ninth-inning nail biter at Anaheim Stadium. The big play was made by Baltimore's Al Bumbry. He dropped … Continue reading →

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Sox Face Sudden Death Against Dodgers

Posted on October 6, 2009 by lmharnisch

Oct. 6, 1959. Two Rembrandts, a Rubens and a Renoir are among stolen paintings recovered by Canadian authorities. The Dodgers were one win away from a World Championship, their 5-4 victory over the White Sox in front of another record … Continue reading →

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Black Sox Game Rained Out

Posted on October 6, 2009 by lmharnisch

Oct. 6, 1919: Rain in Chicago stops the fifth game of the Black Sox World Series. Los Angeles baseball fans set an attendance record of 21,000 for a double-header between the Angels and the Tigers. I believe this was the … Continue reading →

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Police Raid Chinatown Gambling Operation

Posted on October 6, 2009 by lmharnisch

  Oct. 6, 1909: Police officers cross the roofs of buildings, using a ladder to span alleys, to raid a lottery operation in Chinatown. I suspect the Sgt. Sebastian mentioned in the story is future Police Chief and Mayor Charles … Continue reading →

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Found on EBay – Chester Place

Posted on October 5, 2009 by lmharnisch

  This postcard of homes on Chester Place has been listed on EBay. Chester Place was named for Chester Silent, the son of Judge Charles Silent, who developed the tract. Chester Silent died in a mysterious accident with a shotgun … Continue reading →

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October 5, 1959: Matt Weinstock

Posted on October 5, 2009 by lmharnisch

October 5, 1959: Matt Weinstock on UFOs, downtown bars and the greatest invention of all time.

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Paul V. Coates – Confidential File, Oct. 5, 1959

Posted on October 5, 2009 by lmharnisch
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Dodgers Lead Sox

Posted on October 5, 2009 by lmharnisch

Oct. 5, 1959: The Dodgers are leading the Chicago White Sox at press time.

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A Kinder, Simpler Time Dept.: Your Movies

Posted on October 5, 2009 by lmharnisch

Oct. 5, 1933: “I’m No Angel” is opening at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre.

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Angels Lose to Orioles, 9-8

Posted on October 5, 2009 by lmharnisch

The Angels limped back to Orange County down 2-0 in the American League playoffs after a 9-8 loss to the Baltimore Orioles. The Angels came back from a 9-1 deficit and had the bases loaded, but Brian Downing hit a … Continue reading →

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Dodgers Pull Ahead of White Sox

Posted on October 5, 2009 by lmharnisch

The Dodgers pulled ahead in the 1959 World Series with a 3-1 victory over the White Sox played in front of a record 92,294. Carl Furillo's pinch-hit single in the seventh inning made the difference, with Larry Sherry again registering … Continue reading →

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Black Sox Lose Game 4

Posted on October 5, 2009 by lmharnisch

Oct. 5, 1919: Edmund Waller “Ted” Gale on Game 4 of the World Series. The Black Sox lose Game 4 of the World Series, 2-0. Sept. 30, 1920: The grand jury investigation of the Black Sox prompts an inquiry in … Continue reading →

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October 5, 1909: Dies on Gold in a Filthy Cot

Posted on October 5, 2009 by lmharnisch

October 5, 1909: Richard Johnson Proctor, a penniless old character in Santa Ana, dies on a cot in a filthy room. Investigators discover he was wealthy man with a fortune in gold.

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Found on EBay – J.W. Robinson’s

Posted on October 4, 2009 by lmharnisch

  This remarkable hat from J.W. Robinson’s, one of the upscale clothing stores in early Los Angeles, has been listed on EBay. The vendor says it’s in the original box. Bidding starts at $250.

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Dear Readers

Posted on October 4, 2009 by lmharnisch

I have said this before, but it’s worth repeating. All comments on this blog must be approved. Note: A previous version of this post contained someone's IP number. The Daily Mirror erred in posting it.

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A Kinder, Simpler Time Dept.: Your Movies

Posted on October 4, 2009 by lmharnisch

  Oct. 4, 1932, “The Blonde Venus” is opening at the Paramount. Oct. 8, 1932: Philip K. Scheuer reviews “The Blonde Venus.”

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