Category Archives: Hollywood

The new TV season, October 11, 1958

Posted on October 11, 2008 by lmharnisch

Roberta Jymme Shore of Disney’s "The Shaggy Dog" models current hairstyles. These new Saturday shows didn’t last long: "U.S. Marshal" with John Bromfield;  "Man Without a Gun" with Rex Reason; and "Cimarron City" with George Montgomery. But look who else … Continue reading →

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Movie revivals — Repo Man

Posted on October 10, 2008 by lmharnisch

Coming soon to a theater near you… Above, "Repo Man,"1984. Feb. 24, 2009, 8 p.m. Ramo Auditorium at Caltech."Repo Man," with discussion afterward. Frank Capra Film Series. Free.  

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Movie star mystery photo

Posted on October 10, 2008 by lmharnisch

Los Angeles Times file photo Our mystery woman is, as many people guessed, Alice White, star of the 1928 version of "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes." Alice White, movie star and Old Gold smoker, Aug. 30, 1930. Los Angeles Times file photo … Continue reading →

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Movie revivals, L.A. Plays Itself

Posted on October 7, 2008 by lmharnisch

In case you missed it last time, "L.A. Plays Itself" will be shown Sunday, Oct. 12, 2008, 8 p.m. at the Egyptian Theatre. Tickets are $8, $10. "L.A. Plays Itself" has become a cult film in part because Thom Andersen … Continue reading →

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October 7, 1949: Actress vanishes

Posted on October 7, 2008 by lmharnisch

Denise Hamilton writes: It was 59 years ago today that brunette starlet Jean Spangler vanished, leaving behind a young daughter, gangster pals, movie star connections and a mystery that remains unsolved more than a half-century later. On October 7, 1949, … Continue reading →

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Fall TV season, Yankees win Game 5 of World Series, October 7, 1958

Posted on October 7, 2008 by lmharnisch

Max and Ina Balchowsky with what was evidently "Old Yeller I," or as The Times called it, "Old Horrible." My goodness, are those three deuces? The fall 1958 season continues with Tuesday’s new shows. "Rescue 8" might be the only … Continue reading →

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Movie revivals — The Unholy Three

Posted on October 6, 2008 by lmharnisch

Coming soon to a theater near you… Above, "The Unholy Three," 1925. Oct. 7, 2008, 8 p.m. Silent Movie Theatre. Tickets $10."The Unholy Three," Lon Chaney, Mae Busch.  

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Yankees one game away from losing series, October 6, 1958

Posted on October 6, 2008 by lmharnisch

Gary Cooper and Julie London in "Man of the West." By Keith Thursby Times Staff Writer The Yankees were one game away from losing two consecutive World Series for the first time since the 1920s.  The Milwaukee Braves, led by … Continue reading →

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The fall TV season, October 6, 1958

Posted on October 6, 2008 by lmharnisch

The fall 1958 television season begins with some returning shows ("Highway Patrol") and some new programs, including "The Ann Sothern Show" and "Desilu Playhouse." Although "Desilu Playhouse" had a relatively brief run, it is notable for launching two of the … Continue reading →

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Movie revivals — He Walked by Night

Posted on October 5, 2008 by lmharnisch

Coming soon to a theater near you… Above, "He Walked by Night,"1948. Feb. 10, 2009, 8 p.m. Ramo Auditorium at Caltech."He Walked by Night," with discussion afterward. Frank Capra Film Series. Free.  

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‘There is no longer any violence in the eyes of O.J. Simpson,’ October 6, 1968

Posted on October 4, 2008 by lmharnisch

 Nixon leads Humphrey in state poll By Keith Thursby Times staff writer It’s easy to pick apart an old profile of a famous person. The celebrity talks of hopes and dreams and you can see what went according to the … Continue reading →

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Fixing what’s wrong with baseball, October 4, 1958

Posted on October 4, 2008 by lmharnisch

What young women are wearing today: knee socks with patterns just like dad’s. Hey look! It’s Annette! By Keith Thursby Times staff writer Sometimes an idea needs a little time to pick up speed. St. Louis sports journalist Bob Broeg … Continue reading →

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Nazis roll into Czechoslovakia, October 4, 1938

Posted on October 4, 2008 by lmharnisch

Triumphant Hitler enters with troops into the Sudetenland Cheering crowds greet Nazi leader, shouting, ‘We thank our Fuehrer!’     Films in production: Claire Trevor is cast is "Stagecoach." Apes throw hand grenades British Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain defends his … Continue reading →

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Dodgers trade for Wally Moon, October 3, 1958

Posted on October 3, 2008 by lmharnisch

By Keith ThursbyTimes staff writer  Here’s one story about a potential baseball trade that turned out to be right. The Times’ Frank Finch reported from the World Series in Milwaukee that the Dodgers were discussing a deal for St. Louis … Continue reading →

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Wilt Chamberlain plays first Laker home game

Posted on October 1, 2008 by lmharnisch

Above, Twiggy begins a U.S. tour. By Keith ThursbyTimes Staff Writer One game in L.A. and Wilt Chamberlain already felt like a hero in his new home. "I guess it is mainly because of my size and strength but to … Continue reading →

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Hitler, Chamberlain promise peace, October 1, 1938

Posted on October 1, 2008 by lmharnisch

Poland demands share of Czechoslovakia More than 1 million Polish troops are poised to invade. Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain gives the British the Munich agreement and his pledge with Nazi leader Adolf Hitler that Britain and Germany "never will go … Continue reading →

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Movie revival — The Tingler

Posted on September 30, 2008 by lmharnisch

Coming soon to a theater near you… Above, "The Tingler," 1959. Oct. 31, 2008, 8 p.m. Silent Movie Theatre. Tickets $12.  

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Movie star mystery photo

Posted on September 30, 2008 by lmharnisch

Los Angeles Times file photo Our actress had a long career on Broadway and appeared in silent and sound films as well as on television. She is listed in imdb (more than 50 credits) and Wikipedia. Update: We have the … Continue reading →

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Victory for Hitler, September 30, 1938

Posted on September 30, 2008 by lmharnisch

Agreement hands Czech territory to Nazis Britain, France, Germany and Italy sign a compromise that is given to Czechoslovakia. If the nation refuses to accept being partitioned, it would stand alone against a German invasion.   Cary Grant is reading … Continue reading →

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Movie revivals — He Who Gets Slapped

Posted on September 28, 2008 by lmharnisch

Coming soon to a theater near you… Above, "He Who Gets Slapped,"1925. Oct. 1, 2008, 8 p.m. Silent Movie Theatre. Tickets $10"He Who Gets Slapped," Lon Chaney, Norma Shearer, John Gilbert.

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