Category Archives: Comics

Child Witnesses Missing in Mazdaznan Cult Sex Case

Posted on January 7, 2010 by lmharnisch

"Wonder What a 21-months-old Baby Thinks About?" by Clare Briggs. Jan. 7, 1920: The Times publishes the names of children who were allegedly molested by Otoman Zar-Adusht Hanish. The Times discontinued identifying sex crime victims years ago, but it was … Continue reading →

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Jurors Visit Murder House

Posted on January 6, 2010 by lmharnisch

Jan. 6, 1960: “Mexico acknowledged the serious problem of illegal narcotics crossing the border and in a major concession accepted a U.S. proposal to exchange narcotics enforcement agents as the two-day conference between representatives of both governments adjourned today.” “Tears … Continue reading →

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Matt Weinstock, Jan. 5, 1960

Posted on January 5, 2010 by lmharnisch

Pity the Plants All over town it's leotards for the ladies and old but wool-lined army and navy jackets for the men and shocked talk about the icy blasts. A girl named Kathy, 14, on the way to … Continue reading →

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Teachings of Mazdaznan Cult Exposed

Posted on January 5, 2010 by lmharnisch

“When a Feller Needs a Friend,” by Clare Briggs. Jan. 5, 1920: The Times quotes the writings of Otoman Zar-Adusht Hanish: "To raise one's vibration and interest it is well to speak sentences on one breath, such as inhaling through … Continue reading →

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Matt Weinstock, Jan. 4, 1960

Posted on January 4, 2010 by lmharnisch

Contest With Clam A friend of a friend who had gone clamming near Pismo Beach asked Viola Swisher, "Would you like a clam?" Viola, who covers ballet for the drama department and loves steamed clams and … Continue reading →

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Police Raid Cult Headquarters

Posted on January 4, 2010 by lmharnisch

“When Doc Rides and When He Walks.” March 14, 1927, Peter the Hermit learns some dance steps. Jan. 4, 1920: During a police raid on the Mazdaznan temple, "an old, queer looking man, attired in blonde whiskers, long frock … Continue reading →

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Pasadena Jazz Hall a Nuisance, Neighbors Say

Posted on January 3, 2010 by lmharnisch

“Wonder What a 20 Months Old Baby Baby Thinks About?” by Clare Briggs. 333 Summit Ave., Pasadena, via Google maps' street view. Jan. 3, 1920: Capt. Jack, 85, walks on water and says anybody can do it if they practice … Continue reading →

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Matt Weinstock, Jan. 2, 1960

Posted on January 2, 2010 by lmharnisch

More Quaint Quotes The quaint quotes of former S.F. County Supervisor James McSheehy ("The handwriting on the wall is as clear as a bell") were uncorked here recently with the comment that no such language mangler has been uncovered … Continue reading →

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Police Raid Gambling Operation

Posted on January 2, 2010 by lmharnisch

“When a Feller Needs a Friend,” by Clare Briggs. Monsieur De Conde and Miss Burdette, specializing in "The Apache!" Jan. 2, 1920: Detectives sneak up the stairs at 708 N. Alameda St. and use the Chinese phrase for “open the … Continue reading →

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Matt Weinstock, Jan. 1, 1960

Posted on January 1, 2010 by lmharnisch

This Too Shall Pass It is the moment for looking hopefully ahead. Most people don't ask much, just a fair break and a few improvements in manners, a little more consideration in traffic and maybe a sound … Continue reading →

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Predictions for Presidential Race

Posted on January 1, 2010 by lmharnisch

“Who Will Be Elected President in November?” Our future president hosts the warm-up to the Rose Parade! Vice President Richard Nixon, the Rose Parade grand marshal, with Rose Queen Margarethe Bertelson and her court at Wrigley mansion. Pat Nixon is … Continue reading →

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Cult Leader Accused of Molesting Children

Posted on December 31, 2009 by lmharnisch

“Somebody Is Always Taking the Joy Out of Life,” by Clare Briggs. Dec. 31, 1919: Ottoman/Othoman Zar-Adusht Hanish, "little master" of the sun worshiping Mazdaznan cult, arrives in Los Angeles. He is accused of "revolting offenses against … Continue reading →

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Angeles Ship Launched

Posted on December 27, 2009 by lmharnisch

“Wonder What a Man Window-Shopping Things About?” by Clare Briggs. Dec. 27, 1919: The Angeles, an 8,800-ton cargo ship, is launched at the Los Angeles Shipbuilding and Dry Dock Co.

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Predictions for 1975

Posted on December 26, 2009 by lmharnisch

“All That Is Behind You, Darling.” Dec. 26, 1959: Somehow, the forecasters failed to predict the energy crisis, leisure suits and disco. Cardinal McIntyre celebrates Mass at St. Vibiana’s. “The Bells of Bethlehem” by Aimee Semple McPherson (d. 1944) … Continue reading →

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Hips Are Coming Back!

Posted on December 26, 2009 by lmharnisch

“When a Feller Needs a Friend,” by Clare Briggs. Dec. 26, 1919: New York is on the verge of another police scandal, The Times’ Harry Carr writes and hips are coming back. “I did not know that hips … Continue reading →

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It Happens in the Best-Regulated Families

Posted on December 24, 2009 by lmharnisch

“It Happens in the Best-Regulated Families” by Clare Briggs Dec. 24, 1919: Then there was the day Snow Flake Sodas decided to rethink its logo.

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Matt Weinstock, Dec. 23, 1959

Posted on December 23, 2009 by lmharnisch

Erring Blacklisters Sorry A week after it was disclosed, the strange case of Louis Pollock is still the big talk among Hollywood writers. Pollock has written a dozen screenplays and 30 television plays in the past five … Continue reading →

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Matt Weinstock, Dec. 22, 1959

Posted on December 22, 2009 by lmharnisch

World Refugee Year As she sorted out her memories on her return from a pleasure trip around the world many months ago, actress Marsha Hunt found herself deeply troubled by recollection of endless hordes of refugees in Hong … Continue reading →

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51 Held in Gambling Raids

Posted on December 22, 2009 by lmharnisch

“Oh, Man” by Clare Briggs. Dec. 22, 1919: Detectives with the help of the “purity squad” raid several fan tan games and arrest 51 people. Notice the detectives’ names, especially that of McAfee, who is the infamous Guy McAfee. The … Continue reading →

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Last Civil War Veteran Dies at 117

Posted on December 20, 2009 by lmharnisch

Dec. 20, 1959: “Peanuts” characters not only discuss Christmas, but they go to church. W.N. Chandler decorates his home at 13060 Otsego St. for Christmas. 13060 Otsego St., Sherman Oaks, via Google maps’ street view. “What do you … Continue reading →

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