Category Archives: Comics

Matt Weinstock, Jan. 18, 1960

Posted on January 18, 2010 by lmharnisch

Stamp Craze       The trading stamp war appears to be reaching the frenzy stage and from the looks of things it will take  a summit conference to settle it.     The Green Stamp people who have more or less … Continue reading →

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Dave Barton Memorial Name List

Posted on January 18, 2010 by lmharnisch

“The Only Real Thing in the World Is Imagination.” Jan. 18, 1920: My late Times colleague Dave Barton, who used to collect amusing names, would have loved this item. I wish he would have been around when I discovered a … Continue reading →

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Eisenhower Demurs on Endorsing Nixon

Posted on January 17, 2010 by lmharnisch

On the frontiers of medicine … Above, a news analysis of President Eisenhower’s refusal to make a formal endorsement of Vice President Richard Nixon in the presidential race. Below, Eisenhower’s comments from the Jan. 14, 1960, Times. The Times announces … Continue reading →

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Crowd Cheers Paulhan, Curtiss

Posted on January 17, 2010 by lmharnisch

  A Times photo shows the huge crowd at the Aviation Meet. Jan. 17, 1910: “One of the largest crowds ever assembled in one inclosure in Southern California saw the Sunday flights of the airships. “Over 50,000 people braved the … Continue reading →

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Children’s Testimony to Be Heard in Trial of Cult Leader

Posted on January 17, 2010 by lmharnisch

“When a Feller Needs a Friend,” by Clare Briggs. Jan. 17, 1920: Depositions of five children will be read into the record in the trial of  Otoman Zar-Adusht Hanish of the Mazdaznan cult. And yes, The Times identified all five … Continue reading →

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A Week of Aviation Triumphs

Posted on January 16, 2010 by lmharnisch

Jan. 16, 1910: Even Winsor McCay’s Little Nemo is dreaming of airships. The Sunday Times features Arthur B. Dodge's artwork of Louis Paulhan's plane.   And Edmund Waller “Ted” Gale takes a lighthearted look at the week’s events. The Times … Continue reading →

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L.A. Goes Dry!

Posted on January 15, 2010 by lmharnisch

“That Lonesomest Feeling,” by Clare Briggs. Jan. 15, 1920: “Al Levy, dean of local restaurateurs, has conceived a unique celebration for tomorrow night. His cafe on Spring Street will be draped with black and blue crepe paper. At midnight, a … Continue reading →

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Matt Weinstock, Jan. 14, 1960

Posted on January 14, 2010 by lmharnisch

Anti-Togetherness     The hassle between newspapermen and TV men over coverage of press conferences has reached an impasse and while the public doesn't particularly care, just so the news is covered, a basic difference is involved.     Newspapermen are there … Continue reading →

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Of Race and Riverside

Posted on January 14, 2010 by lmharnisch

“The Days of Real Sport,” by Clare Briggs.    “In other words, so far as this city is concerned, during the year 1919 the white race was gradually approaching extinction, being second to the Indian….”   Jan. 14, 1920: "Mr. … Continue reading →

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Matt Weinstock, Jan. 13, 1960

Posted on January 13, 2010 by lmharnisch

  How to View Smog     Before me as I write this is a clipping from the Dallas News.  A four-column photo shows the Dallas downtown skyline shrouded in haze.  The accompanying story by James Lehrer is headed, "Dallas Smog … Continue reading →

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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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Matt Weinstock, Jan. 11, 1960

Posted on January 11, 2010 by lmharnisch

   News for Nose             There may be some question as to whether the world is ready for them, but odoriferous movies are here.           Patrons of the art of motion pictures have already been exposed to Smello Vision and … Continue reading →

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Matt Weinstock, Jan. 9, 1960

Posted on January 9, 2010 by lmharnisch

Albert Camus           Albert Camus, 46, an important man in modern world thinking, was killed in an auto accident near Paris this week and it is appropriate that his most comprehensive obituary here should be in a university paper, the … Continue reading →

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Matt Weinstock, Jan. 7, 1960

Posted on January 7, 2010 by lmharnisch

  Samaritans, 1960     While driving Monday on Pico Blvd. near Crenshaw, Joe Gamba and Frank Tallman, telephone company splicers, saw a woman's purse in the gutter.  They stopped, picked it up and examined the contents.  The purse contained money, … Continue reading →

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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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