Category Archives: Matt Weinstock

Matt Weinstock, July 26, 1960

Posted on July 26, 2010 by lmharnisch

July 26, 1960: Is the standing ovation really necessary? Most of the time, it’s not, Matt Weinstock says. CONFIDENTIAL TO SORRY SARI: Next time a fellow asks you up to see his etchings, skip the art and look for the … Continue reading →

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Matt Weinstock, July 25, 1960

Posted on July 25, 2010 by lmharnisch

  July 25, 1960: The Mirror overhauls its comics lineup and layout, introducing Johnny Hart’s “B.C.,” Cal Alley’s “The Ryatts” and Bill Hoest’s “My Son John.” Gone are “Priscilla’s Pop,” “Out Our Way” “Day Shift” and “Earth People.” Coming up … Continue reading →

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Paul Coates and Matt Weinstock, July 23, 1960

Posted on July 23, 2010 by lmharnisch

   July 23, 1960: A redhead (why is it always redheads?) beats a traffic ticket … The Democrats need a good song and the Republicans draft campaign “blanks.” CONFIDENTIAL TO ED: If you are willing to admit you are all … Continue reading →

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Matt Weinstock, July 22, 1960

Posted on July 22, 2010 by lmharnisch

  July 22, 1960: Does “earthquake weather” actually exist? Matt Weinstock has the answer. CONFIDENTIAL TO MOREY: When a man plays poker, the only one who is SURE to "clean up" is the host's wife, Abby says.

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Matt Weinstock, July 21, 1960

Posted on July 21, 2010 by lmharnisch

  July 21, 1960: About that monorail – Matt Weinstock reports on some unusual ideas for mass transportation.  CONFIDENTIAL TO “TEMPTED”: The best reason for doing the right thing today is tomorrow, Abby says.

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Matt Weinstock, July 20, 1960

Posted on July 20, 2010 by lmharnisch

  July 20, 1960: Speaking at a meeting of property tax protesters, one Brentwood homeowner said: "My assessed valuation has been increased 179 3/4%. My taxes will now be more than my mortgage payments. I think we should protest on … Continue reading →

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Matt Weinstock, July 19, 1960

Posted on July 19, 2010 by lmharnisch

  July 19, 1960: Why is it so hard to get okra in Los Angeles? Maybe it’s because it was all sold to the Southern Democrats in town for the convention, or at least that’s the story grocer George Nakaumra … Continue reading →

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Matt Weinstock, July 18, 1960

Posted on July 18, 2010 by lmharnisch

  July 18, 1960: A woman starts receives harassing phone calls after writing a letter to a newspaper suggesting: "Our present reliance upon military force be replaced with an all-out support for the development of the institutions of peace, such … Continue reading →

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Paul V. Coates and Matt Weinstock, July 9, 1960

Posted on July 9, 2010 by lmharnisch

  July 9, 1960: Matt Weinstock takes a look at the way jurors are selected for coroner’s inquests. CONFIDENTIAL TO LUKE WARM: You can buy a dishwasher, if that's all you want. Why marry one? Abby says.

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Matt Weinstock, July 8, 1960

Posted on July 8, 2010 by lmharnisch

July 8, 1960: Matt Weinstock visits the Democratic headquarters at the Biltmore and notices the changes at the Biltmore Bowl. CONFIDENTIAL TO "CURIOUS": A rich girl is "well-traveled" — a poor girl has 'been around.' The net result is usually … Continue reading →

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Matt Weinstock, July 7, 1960

Posted on July 7, 2010 by lmharnisch

  July 7, 1960: Two beautiful girls walking past the Lyndon Johnson quarters in the Biltmore were asked by guards at the entrance if they'd wear Johnson buttons. They agreed, then passed out cards inviting the Johnson people to the … Continue reading →

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Matt Weinstock, July 6, 1960

Posted on July 6, 2010 by lmharnisch

July 6, 1960: Robert Sorrma, 9, is wise beyond his years, Matt Weinstock says. CONFIDENTIAL TO BILL F.: If the nickel has no 'mint mark,' it is a counterfeit, Abby says.

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Matt Weinstock, July 5, 1960

Posted on July 5, 2010 by lmharnisch

  July 5, 1960: Brentwood homeowners are fighting property tax increases, Matt Weinstock says. CONFIDENTIAL TO 'LOSING THE BATTLE': You signed yourself appropriately. A man has been known to divorce his wife — but he has never been known to … Continue reading →

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Matt Weinstock, July 4, 1960

Posted on July 4, 2010 by lmharnisch

  July 4, 1960: Matt Weinstock takes a drive up the 101 and remembers when it was called Roosevelt Highway. "There is precious little advice (but much sympathy) for a 21-year-old girl who has three babies and a 22-year-old husband … Continue reading →

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Paul V. Coates and Matt Weinstock, July 2, 1960

Posted on July 2, 2010 by lmharnisch

July 2, 1960: It’s Saturday (in 1960) which means Paul Coates, Matt Weinstock and Abby are all on the same page!

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Matt Weinstock, July 1, 1960

Posted on July 1, 2010 by lmharnisch

  July 1, 1960: Matt Weinstock visits the Monet exhibit at the Los Angeles County Museum. It’s the most popular show since the Van Gogh exhibit in 1957.  CONFIDENTIAL TO KAREN: A smart girl doesn't show her hand until she's … Continue reading →

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Matt Weinstock, June 30, 1960

Posted on June 30, 2010 by lmharnisch

  June 30, 1960: Matt Weinstock has an update on the case of Ida Gutierrez, who was wrongly accused of stealing a sweater.  A reader asks: “Abby, would people think we were out of our minds if I went back … Continue reading →

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Matt Weinstock, June 29, 1960

Posted on June 29, 2010 by lmharnisch

June 29, 1960: A young lady from Sweden wants to know why Americans, who have so much,  are so cynical, Matt Weinstock says. CONFIDENTIAL TO BUZZ: Your friends sound like blisters. They show up after all the work has been … Continue reading →

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Matt Weinstock, June 28, 1960

Posted on June 28, 2010 by lmharnisch

  June 28, 1960 Jimmie Adams was a ticket seller for the Pacific Electric and MTA for more than 40 years and remembered when the Red Cars went to Mt. Lowe and Mt. Wilson. He died the other day — … Continue reading →

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Matt Weinstock, June 27, 1960

Posted on June 27, 2010 by lmharnisch

  June 27, 1960: More people are taking vacations in smalltown America to look for a getaway from the rat race, but find that the other rats have already beaten them to it, Matt Weinstock says.  CONFIDENTIAL TO "UNDERAGE AND … Continue reading →

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