Category Archives: Architecture

Nuestro Pueblo – 5121 Franklin

Posted on February 24, 2010 by lmharnisch

  Oct. 3, 1938: Joe Seewerker and Charles Owens visit 5121 Franklin Ave. or what we know today as the home of Dr. George Hodel. The original run of Nuestro Pueblo ended in 1939. I’m going back and picking up … Continue reading →

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Chinatown to Make Way for Union Station

Posted on February 22, 2010 by lmharnisch

     Feb. 22, 1920: Guy W. Finney, the author of “Angel City in Turmoil,” touches on the Chinese massacre of 1871 in exploring the changes ahead for Chinatown, which is being moved to make way for Union Station. Union … Continue reading →

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Found on EBay — Broadway and 6th

Posted on February 19, 2010 by lmharnisch

This postcard view looking north on Broadway from 6th Street, showing the Los Angeles Examiner Building and the Pantages Theater, has been listed on EBay. The vendor guesses that the photograph was taken in the 1930s, but I suspect it’s … Continue reading →

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The Old Woman of the Freeway

Posted on February 19, 2010 by lmharnisch

    Feb. 19, 1980: I had forgotten about this wonderful mural until I came across Suzanne Muchnic’s feature about Kent Twitchell. “The Old Woman of the Freeway” on the Prince Hotel in Echo Park was painted over in 1986 … Continue reading →

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Nuestro Pueblo – South Pasadena

Posted on February 17, 2010 by lmharnisch

  Sept. 30, 1938: Joe Seewerker and Charles Owens visit the Adobe Flores at 1814 [1804] Foothill St., South Pasadena.  The original run of Nuestro Pueblo ended in 1939. I’m going back and picking up the ones I missed in … Continue reading →

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A Bungalow Above Broadway

Posted on February 9, 2010 by lmharnisch

“Wonder What a Candidate for the Third Degree Thinks About?” by Clare Briggs. [Briggs is referring to the Masons, in case you’re wondering].      Feb. 9, 1920: Walter P. Story has built a bungalow on top of his building … Continue reading →

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Los Angeles Speedway to Open

Posted on February 8, 2010 by lmharnisch

    A gas station occupies the spot where the track's gateway used to be. Feb. 8, 1920: The Los Angeles Speedway is about to open at Pico Boulevard and Beverly Drive. The property was sold in 1923 to be … Continue reading →

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Downtown Hotel Planned

Posted on February 5, 2010 by lmharnisch

     Feb. 5, 1910: A hotel is planned for the northwest corner of 5th and Olive streets as a companion to Philharmonic Auditorium.

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Found on EBay – Batchelder Tile

Posted on February 4, 2010 by lmharnisch

  Here’s an unusual item – at least I’ve never seen anything like it. I didn’t recognize it as a Batchelder tile because it’s different from the earlier, more familiar style. It’s signed, however and the 1928 date apparently indicates … Continue reading →

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Found on EBay – Examiner Building

Posted on February 3, 2010 by lmharnisch

This rather nice postcard of the Examiner Building on South Broadway has been posted on EBay. The name of Julia Morgan is usually attached to the building, but this card also credits J. Martyn Haenke, a name I don't recognize. … Continue reading →

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Paul V. Coates – Confidential File, Feb. 3, 1960

Posted on February 3, 2010 by lmharnisch

Yanqui Go Home – After Touring Cuba     (NEWS ITEM)- Cuba's push to receive tourist travel to the island has blossomed into a full day for free.  The Cuban Tourist Commission is now offering hotel accommodations, a drink, dinner, floor … Continue reading →

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Nuestro Pueblo, Point Fermin

Posted on February 3, 2010 by lmharnisch

  Oct. 5, 1938: Joe Seewerker and Charles Owens visit Point Fermin. And if your memory’s good, you’ll recall another item they did while they were there. Note: The original run of Nuestro Pueblo ended in 1939. I’m going back … Continue reading →

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Found on EBay – 1880s House

Posted on February 2, 2010 by lmharnisch

This photo, probably taken in the 1880s, showing a couple in front of a house, has been listed on EBay. The photo is credited to the studio of Haneman and Clark, but I can’t locate any information about it in … Continue reading →

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An Artistic Glow

Posted on February 2, 2010 by lmharnisch

  Feb. 2, 1980: Glassblower Nathan Prusan can’t believe people actually collect neon signs and want them in their homes!

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Aviation Meet – Through the Lens

Posted on January 22, 2010 by lmharnisch

Los Angeles Times file photo Here’s a photo that shows the grandstands under construction for the 1910 Aviation Meet. The stands were built quickly, according to The Times, and were considered an achievement for the day. Here’s a detail of … Continue reading →

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Nuestro Pueblo

Posted on January 20, 2010 by lmharnisch

    Sept. 19, 1938: Joe Seewerker and Charles Owens visit 211 W. 2nd St., close to home! Note: The original run of Nuestro Pueblo concluded in 1939. I’m picking up entries that I missed the first time around.

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Found on EBay – Santa Fe Station

Posted on January 19, 2010 by lmharnisch

This postcard showing the Santa Fe railroad station, which was superseded by the opening of Union Station in 1939, has been listed on EBay. Bidding starts at $4.95.

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Shrine Auditorium Burns to the Ground

Posted on January 12, 2010 by lmharnisch

“Ain’t It a Grand and Glorious Feeling?” by Clare Briggs. An undated postcard of the old Shrine Auditorium. Another postcard of the original Shrine Auditorium. Jan. 12, 1920: "Shrine Auditorium, for more than 12 years an architectural and historical landmark … Continue reading →

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Paulhan Takes First Day of Aviation Meet

Posted on January 11, 2010 by lmharnisch

 Los Angeles Times file photo Glenn Curtiss at the Aviation Meet, 1910.   Lt. Beck inspects a Gnome engine. Jan. 11, 1910: The Times says of Louis Paulhan, who flew 10.75 miles: "Handling his steering apparatus with one hand and … Continue reading →

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Theater Planned for 7th and Broadway

Posted on January 6, 2010 by lmharnisch

An artist’s early concept of the building planned for 7th and Broadway. Nov. 21, 1921: The interior of Loew’s State Theater.  Jan. 6, 1920: A theater and office building are planned for 7th Street and Broadway, “the most valuable corner … Continue reading →

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