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I am retired from the Los Angeles Times

Matt Weinstock, July 17, 1959

Posted on July 17, 2009 by lmharnisch

Phony Phone A red-hot report came sizzling this way the other day. A gal named Elizabeth who lives on Tiger Tail Rd., which should have been the tip-off that things were somewhat twisted,breathlessly related she saw a boy talking on … Continue reading →

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Paul V. Coates — Confidential File, July 17, 1959

Posted on July 17, 2009 by lmharnisch

Confidential File New Criterion for Beauty Contestants I see we're on the verge of conducting another Miss Universe Beauty contest. The ripest, most exotic representatives of international young womanhood are — at this very moment — clustered in Long Beach. … Continue reading →

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A Kinder, Simpler Time Dept: Your Movies

Posted on July 17, 2009 by lmharnisch

July 17, 1940: Margaret Sullavan and James Stewart in "The Mortal Storm."

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Movie Star Mystery Photo

Posted on July 17, 2009 by lmharnisch

     Los Angeles Times file photo Update: As many people guessed, this is Annabella. Above, Feb. 14, 1937: "Wings of the Morning, Annabella; French Actress Appeared in Gance's 'Napoleon' September 20, 1996 From Times Staff and Wire Reports PARIS … Continue reading →

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Apollo’s Unseen Titan

Posted on July 17, 2009 by lmharnisch

       July 17, 1969: Apollo Speeds on Its Incredible Quest. COLUMN ONE Apollo's Unseen Titan Without Gene Kranz to guide him, Neil Armstrong might never have landed on the moon. The obscure but fiery flight director made the crisis … Continue reading →

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July 17, 1939: Nuestro Pueblo / Hollywood

Posted on July 17, 2009 by lmharnisch

July 17, 1939: Nuestro Pueblo stops at the Lasky barn on the Paramount lot, where it’s being used as a gymnasium.

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Chinese Drama Troupe Performs in Los Angeles

Posted on July 17, 2009 by lmharnisch

July 17, 1899: The educators convention underway in Los Angeles brings a troupe of 55 Chinese performers from San Francisco.

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Jack the Ripper Strikes Again

Posted on July 17, 2009 by lmharnisch

July 17, 1889: Another horrible murder by Jack the Ripper.

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October 9, 1994: Julius Shulman Q & A

Posted on July 16, 2009 by lmharnisch

Los Angeles Times Interview Julius Shulman Capturing the Essence of California Architecture October 9, 1994 By Steve Proffitt, Steve Proffitt is a producer for Fox News and a contributor to National Public Radio’s “All Things Considered” and “Morning Edition.” He … Continue reading →

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Found on EBay — Oviatt’s

Posted on July 16, 2009 by lmharnisch

A men's jacket from Oviatt's Beverly Hills store has been listed on EBay. Bidding starts at $5.99.

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Matt Weinstock, July 16, 1959

Posted on July 16, 2009 by lmharnisch

Tomato in a Hamburger? Again, the other day, I became embroiled in an old argument. I stood firmly on my contention that the slice of tomato does not belong in a hamburger sandwich. Most of the other people at the … Continue reading →

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Paul V. Coates — Confidential File, July 16, 1959

Posted on July 16, 2009 by lmharnisch

Confidential File Some Judges Deal in Real Justice Two weeks ago I quoted you a rather amazing conversation between an attorney and Los Angeles Municipal Judge George B. Ross. At least, to me it was amazing. The gist of the … Continue reading →

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A Kinder, Simpler Time Dept: Your Movie Stars

Posted on July 16, 2009 by lmharnisch

  July 16, 1939: The comedians vs. the leading men in a benefit game at Wrigley Field.  

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Nuestro Pueblo

Posted on July 16, 2009 by lmharnisch

On July 15, 1939, Jane Seewerker, wife of Times writer Joe Seewrker, died in Long Beach. Joe Seewerker and Charles Owens had been producing three features a week, but after Jane Seewerker's death, their schedule went to once a week.

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Police Court

Posted on July 16, 2009 by lmharnisch

  July 16, 1899: Malicious mischief … selling lottery tickets … speeding … theft and robbery. And yes, The Times refers to a "slant-eyed disciple of Confucius."

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Man Dies of Tetanus

Posted on July 16, 2009 by lmharnisch

July 16, 1889: A man dies of tetanus and railroad employees are suspected of raping two passengers.

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Found on EBay — The Courthouse

Posted on July 15, 2009 by lmharnisch

A postcard showing an unusual view of Broadway, with the courthouse in the foreground at left and City Hall in the background, has been listed on EBay. Bidding starts at $7.99.

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Matt Weinstock, July 15, 1959

Posted on July 15, 2009 by lmharnisch

  I'm sure "Uras" wasn't pronounced the way you think. Either that or the comics editors didn't have a clue.  Only in L.A. Sometimes it is very difficult to make clear to visitors that the natives are not really as … Continue reading →

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Paul V. Coates — Confidential File, July 15, 1959

Posted on July 15, 2009 by lmharnisch

Confidential File Harry Karl's Barber Is Pro Tem Leftist When he's not busy totaling the day's receipts, Harry Karl, the shoe tycoon, is a member in good standing of a social class known as the idle rich. He is, so … Continue reading →

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Young Florita Tears Up the Town

Posted on July 15, 2009 by lmharnisch

Jan. 31, 1899: Many people, especially the noir fans, prefer the newspapers of the 1930s and '40s, but I love the turn of the century papers because The Times wrote about everything that happened and didn't spare the details.

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