Category Archives: Hollywood

The Death of Ted Healy — Part 3

Posted on May 30, 2013 by lmharnisch

Dec. 23, 1937: The funeral of Ted Healy as reported by the Daily News. Today’s installment was supposed to be a look at Jack Marcus, Ted Healy’s manager. Marcus picked up Healy and took him home after he was treated … Continue reading →

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The Death of Ted Healy — Part 2

Posted on May 29, 2013 by lmharnisch

Dec. 22, 1937: Ted Healy’s death is reported in the Los Angeles Examiner. Before we get into Healy’s last days, let’s take a look at some of the people who were involved in the story. There’s Jack Marcus, his manager, … Continue reading →

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A Note on Music for Silent Films

Posted on May 28, 2013 by lmharnisch

A Blackhawk film in all its low-tech glory is for sale on EBay with bids starting at $9.99. Note the lack of a ZIP Code in the address, which would peg the film as dating from the 1950s or early … Continue reading →

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The Death of Ted Healy — Part 1

Posted on May 28, 2013 by lmharnisch

Dec. 22, 1937: Ted Healy’s death is reported in the Los Angeles Examiner. In the days leading up to his death, comedian Ted Healy had been under continuous observation  by his sister, Marcia, and manager, James Marcus, to keep him … Continue reading →

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Movieland Mystery Photo (Updated +++)

Posted on May 27, 2013 by lmharnisch

Here’s our mystery chap for Monday!

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Mary Mallory / Hollywood Heights: Hollywood’s Little Country Church – Emblem of Bygone Days

Posted on May 27, 2013 by lmharnisch

Throughout its history, the city of Hollywood has seen much come and go in the name of “progress.” Instead of remodeling and reusing a historic structure, as is done in Europe or the East Coast, most builders simply tear down … Continue reading →

Posted in Architecture, Film, Hollywood, Hollywood Heights, Radio, Religion | Tagged , , , | 9 Comments

Harold Lloyd — ‘Now or Never’

Posted on May 26, 2013 by lmharnisch

Harold Lloyd’s “Now or Never,” directed by Hal Roach and Fred Newmeyer, includes a memorable sequence in which he appears to be caught on top of a train. The final impression is stunning and we might pass it off as … Continue reading →

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Movieland Mystery Photo — EBay Edition

Posted on May 24, 2013 by lmharnisch

An EBay vendor has posted this “mystery photo”  and is looking for help in identifying a certain “sexy, leggy” actress. Notice the code at the lower right: 1451-118. I’m sure Daily Mirror readers can help out our vendor, who thinks … Continue reading →

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Wikipedia: Murder and Myth — Part 19

Posted on May 23, 2013 by lmharnisch

In case you just tuned in, I am using the Wikipedia entry on Wallace Beery — alleging that he was involved in the death of Ted Healy — as a way to explore Wikipedia’s fundamental problems with accuracy and delve … Continue reading →

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Wikipedia: Murder and Myth — Part 18

Posted on May 22, 2013 by lmharnisch

In case you just tuned in, I am using the Wikipedia entry on Wallace Beery — alleging that he was involved in the death of Ted Healy — as a way to explore Wikipedia’s fundamental problems with accuracy and delve … Continue reading →

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Wikipedia: Murder and Myth — Part 17

Posted on May 21, 2013 by lmharnisch

In case you just tuned in, I am using the Wikipedia entry on Wallace Beery — alleging that he was involved in the death of Ted Healy — as a way to explore Wikipedia’s fundamental problems with accuracy and delve … Continue reading →

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Movieland Mystery Photo — Newsboy Cap Edition VIII (Updated +++)

Posted on May 20, 2013 by lmharnisch

Once again, we find newsboy caps in nefarious surroundings — note the presence of a slot machine in the background. Mary Mallory sends along a glass slide from her collection. Thanks, Mary! How to Wear a Hat — Newsboy Cap … Continue reading →

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Mary Mallory / Hollywood Heights: Ned Sparks — Hollywood Grouch

Posted on May 20, 2013 by lmharnisch

Ned Sparks in “George White’s 1935 Scandals.” Photo courtesy of Mary Mallory. Throughout the history of film, many supporting players have functioned as the spine or safety chord upon which motion pictures have been built. Making the most of sometimes … Continue reading →

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Wikipedia: Murder and Myth — Part 16

Posted on May 17, 2013 by lmharnisch

In case you just tuned in, I am using the Wikipedia entry on Wallace Beery — alleging that he was involved in the death of Ted Healy — as a way to explore Wikipedia’s fundamental problems with accuracy and delve … Continue reading →

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‘Gangster Squad’: Fail — Part 3

Posted on May 16, 2013 by lmharnisch

In responding to my post on “Gangster Squad,” Earl Boebert raised the interesting question about whether officers used a one-handed or two-handed grip in the 1940s. For comparison, here’s a picture from Jack Webb’s “The Badge” (1958) showing LAPD cadets … Continue reading →

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Wikipedia: Murder and Myth – Part 15

Posted on May 16, 2013 by lmharnisch

In case you just tuned in, I am using the Wikipedia entry on Wallace Beery – alleging that he was involved in the death of Ted Healy – as a way to explore Wikipedia’s fundamental problems with accuracy and delve … Continue reading →

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Wikipedia Revert War: Wallace Beery vs. Ted Healy, Round 9

Posted on May 15, 2013 by lmharnisch

Folks have been busy on the Ted Healy entry!  Will clarity emerge? We can only hope.

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Wikipedia: Murder and Myth — Part 14

Posted on May 15, 2013 by lmharnisch

In case you just tuned in, I am using the Wikipedia entry on Wallace Beery – alleging that he was involved in the death of Ted Healy – as a way to explore Wikipedia’s fundamental problems with accuracy and delve … Continue reading →

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Wikipedia: Murder and Myth – Part 13

Posted on May 14, 2013 by lmharnisch

In case you just tuned in, I am using the Wikipedia entry on Wallace Beery – alleging that he was involved in the death of Ted Healy – as a way to explore Wikipedia’s fundamental problems with accuracy and delve … Continue reading →

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Movieland Mystery Photo (Updated +++)

Posted on May 13, 2013 by lmharnisch

And for Monday, we have a mystery switchboard operator.

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