Category Archives: Politics

Anti-Japanese Legislation

Posted on February 24, 2010 by lmharnisch

“The Days of Real Sport,” by Clare Briggs. Feb. 24, 1920: "The great mass of California voters have been roused by the Japanese menace; and they are ready to go to almost any length to break the Jap monopoly … Continue reading →

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Carter Calls on Iran to Free Hostages

Posted on February 20, 2010 by lmharnisch

Feb. 20, 1980: Storms kill 22 people across the Southland, including 13 in Los Angeles County. President Carter demands that Iran release 53 American hostages, then in their 108th day of captivity, and the Fed raises interest rates to … Continue reading →

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Voices — Alexander Haig, 1924 – 2010

Posted on February 20, 2010 by lmharnisch

"As of now, I am in control here in the White House pending return of the vice president and (I am) in close touch with him." — Secretary of State Alexander M. Haig Jr.,on the transfer of power after the … Continue reading →

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The White Man’s Burden

Posted on February 16, 2010 by lmharnisch

Feb. 16, 1920: The Times says of “The White Man’s Burden,” “It is a pity that this phrase, popularized by Rudyard Kipling twenty years ago and used to enunciate a great truth, should be in danger of deterioration through … Continue reading →

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Young Republicans Call Nixon ‘Next President’

Posted on February 14, 2010 by lmharnisch

Feb. 14, 1960: NBC apologizes to Jack Paar and the Finch trial is taking a toll on prosecution and defense. Carole Tregoff defense lawyer Rexford Eagan says: "We've lived with this case from the very beginning. We … Continue reading →

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Matt Weinstock, Feb. 6, 1960

Posted on February 6, 2010 by lmharnisch

Call of Wilds Fades A year ago, at infrequent intervals, seven quail used to fly into my yard and stride about in their chesty manner, scratch around like chickens and after awhile take off. One would come first … Continue reading →

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Paul V. Coates – Confidential File, Feb. 6, 1960

Posted on February 6, 2010 by lmharnisch

[Wow! Now there’s an ugly layout. I guess Mr. Modular had the day off – lrh] Mash Notes and Comment (PRESS RELEASE) "TV HELP FOR DENTISTS . . . Dentists soon may be using a television camera for inspecting … Continue reading →

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Finch Admits Trying to Hire ‘Gigolo’ for Wife

Posted on February 5, 2010 by lmharnisch

Photograph by John Malmin / Los Angeles Times Carole Tregoff "strikes a reflective pose" during a recess in the Finch trial. Our favorite Pasadena gun store is having a sale. There’s a large selection of rifles for $1.99 each. They’re … Continue reading →

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Prosecution Rests in Finch Trial

Posted on February 3, 2010 by lmharnisch

Times Sports Editor Paul Zimmerman takes a look at the appeal of Mexican boxers in Los Angeles. Feb. 3, 1960: A Gallup poll examines patterns in voting among women, who are expected to outnumber male voters for the first … Continue reading →

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Women and Politics

Posted on February 3, 2010 by lmharnisch

“Don’t Forget a Pair of Pliers,” by Frank King. We’re not quite brave enough to make “Savory Nut Roast” in the Daily Mirror test kitchens. I think the tomato sauce is the deal-breaker. Anybody care to try it and … Continue reading →

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Nixon, the ‘Indispensible Man’

Posted on February 1, 2010 by lmharnisch

“You Remember Her?” NBC used to have an opera company. Amazing, no? Although I can’t say I’ve ever heard of Virginia Copeland (Gordoni), David Poleri or Chester Ludgin. “Goliath and the Barbarians” in Colorscope! Paul Zimmerman takes a … Continue reading →

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Republicans Losing Strength, Poll Finds

Posted on January 31, 2010 by lmharnisch

Jan. 31, 1960: A progress report on the construction of Los Angeles’ freeways. The Democrats try to assess the political weaknesses of Vice President Richard Nixon. The unpublished study obtained by the Herald Tribune News Service finds that most … Continue reading →

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Police Commission to Select New Chief

Posted on January 29, 2010 by lmharnisch

Jan. 29, 1910: The Times reports on possible candidates to replace Police Chief Edward F. Dishman, who was removed without explanation by the Police Commission on Jan. 25, 1910. Dishman was succeeded by Police Chief Alexander Galloway. Galloway … Continue reading →

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President Visits L.A.!

Posted on January 28, 2010 by lmharnisch

“It’s a Letter From Washington.” Jan. 28, 1960: ALGIERS (UPI) “Police and troops opened fire today on hundreds of Moslems who surged into the streets of the western Algerian city of Mostaganem shouting 'long live De Gaulle.' “The shooting was … Continue reading →

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Nixon Leads Stevenson, Kennedy in Poll

Posted on January 27, 2010 by lmharnisch

Jan. 27, 1960: A letter by the Finch family’s maid to her mother in Sweden recounts a conversation with victim Barbara Jean Finch: “During the night, Dr. Finch tried to kill Mrs. Finch, who now absolutely wanted to have her … Continue reading →

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Diana Barrymore Dies at 38

Posted on January 26, 2010 by lmharnisch

Nice headline – does that make the nun a college girl? And I guess Kennedy isn’t a headline name yet. Jan. 26, 1960: The trial of Dr. R. Bernard Finch and Carole Tregoff in the killing of Barbara Jean … Continue reading →

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Nixon Leads Kennedy in Poll

Posted on January 24, 2010 by lmharnisch

There’s no credit on this photo, but it wouldn’t surprise me if it were a Delmar Watson shot. The Alexandria Hotel’s Palm Room has been converted to a gym as boxers Jose Becerra and Battling Torres train for bouts at … Continue reading →

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Plot Alleged in Finch Killing

Posted on January 19, 2010 by lmharnisch

Donald Williams testifies about a murder-for-hire plot in the Finch killing. Sen. Hubert Humphrey (D-Minn.) challenges Vice President Nixon to a series of debates with potential Democratic candidates. “Cash McCall” is opening in Los Angeles. Jan. 19, 1960: … Continue reading →

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TV Writers Go on Strike Over Residuals

Posted on January 16, 2010 by lmharnisch

“I Wish He'd Finish His Cartoon Before He Takes His Coffee Break.”View this photo Akron has slipper sox! President Eisenhower, the man of the decade, according to a Gallup poll, goes bird hunting. A radioactive waste disposal company in Long … Continue reading →

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Paul V. Coates – Confidential File, Jan. 14, 1960

Posted on January 14, 2010 by lmharnisch

Ahead of My Time The thing about me you really ought to know is that I am ahead of my time. I read "Lady Chatterley's Lover" even before Postmaster Gen. Summerfield discovered that it was dirty. … Continue reading →

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