Category Archives: Fashions

If They Had Only Known

Posted on January 21, 2007 by lmharnisch

Jan. 21, 1907Los Angeles Mayor Arthur C. Harper addressed the crowd for a moment, reminiscing about a teacher who used to tell his pupils that someday, long after he was gone, people would get around Los Angeles in self-propelled vehicles. … Continue reading →

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October 20, 1907: The Imp

Posted on October 20, 2006 by lmharnisch

Oct. 20, 1907 Los Angeles Winsor McCay and his cartoons never completely go out of fashion and are periodically rediscovered—as in the current Taschen anthology. He was a fabulous artist and his Sunday panels remain a marvel of fantasy and … Continue reading →

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The Fall Collection

Posted on September 11, 2006 by lmharnisch

Sept. 11, 1907Direct Wire From New York Wow! Now this is the kind of quote one simply doesn’t see every day, at least in the 21st century. The Victorians certainly had a different attitude toward women’s physiques: “The woman who … Continue reading →

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Vegans Avert Your Eyes

Posted on July 19, 2006 by lmharnisch

July 19, 1907CovinaLavish preparations are underway for an enormous, free picnic to celebrate the opening of a Pacific Electric streetcar line to Los Angeles. “Covina had long awaited the approach of those shining iron bands that connect the pretty little … Continue reading →

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Can This Be the Fourth of July?

Posted on July 4, 2006 by lmharnisch

July 4, 1907Los AngelesAnd how does Los Angeles celebrate Independence Day? With cricket matches and bagpipe contests. “The Times said: Oratory and music are to replace firewater and fireworks in this year’s celebration of Independence Day. The official program as … Continue reading →

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Who Poisoned Baby?

Posted on June 18, 2006 by lmharnisch

June 18, 1907Los AngelesThe victim: A collie named BabyThe plaintiff: Hazel G. (or Ella M.) Schurger, 1156 S. Flower.The suspect: J.J. Brady of the Immigration Bureau, a next-door neighbor.Baby’s agonizing death scandalized residents of the fashionable homes around 12th Street … Continue reading →

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Her Own Client

Posted on June 16, 2006 by lmharnisch

June 16, 1907Los AngelesDespite the old saying—a lawyer who represents himself has a fool for a client—Edith Foulkes is a smart woman, at least in the courtroom. She can’t make the same claim about her trip to the altar, however, … Continue reading →

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Kissing, the Old-Fashioned Way

Posted on May 8, 2006 by lmharnisch

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Fashion Week

Posted on March 24, 2006 by lmharnisch

Clarence Westfall, 22 years old, was taken into custody at San Pedro yesterday afternoon when a boat from San Diego docked. He was arrested for having masqueraded in female attire and was taken to the Central Police Station, where he … Continue reading →

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