Category Archives: Sports

Dodgers and Philadelphia in the playoffs, October 4, 1977

Posted on October 7, 2008 by lmharnisch

Note the Dial Torgerson byline in a story datelined Jerusalem. Torgerson and freelance photographer Richard Cross were killed in Honduras on June 21, 1983, when their car drove over a U.S.-made landmine evidently placed by Nicaraguan forces.   By Keith … Continue reading →

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Rams remain unbeaten, October 7, 1968

Posted on October 7, 2008 by lmharnisch

  The Rams stayed unbeaten with their fourth victory of the season, their best start since 1949. It took a goal-line stand to hold off the 49ers in a 24-10 victory. Players of the game: The defensive unit that held … Continue reading →

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October 7, 1938: Star pitcher Dizzy Dean walks his last mile

Posted on October 7, 2008 by lmharnisch

By Keith Thursby Times staff writer They don’t write exits like this anymore. Dizzy Dean and the Cubs lost to the Yankees, 6-3, in the second game of the 1938 World Series. But it was more than a loss–it might … 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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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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Rams win over 49ers, 33-3, October 6, 1958

Posted on October 6, 2008 by lmharnisch

The 1958 Rams were known as an offensive bunch. After all, this team was coached by Sid Gillman, regarded even then as an offensive genius. But even though the Rams defeated the 49ers, 33-3, the story by The Times’ Cal … Continue reading →

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Young cancer patient cheers for Cubs, October 6, 1938

Posted on October 6, 2008 by lmharnisch

Nazis bill Czechs for "reparations"; Mayor Fletcher Bowron plans investigation of civic corruption. Crowds gather outside on 1st Street outside The Times Building to watch World Series results on the newspaper’s scoreboard. It looks like they had loudspeakers as well. … Continue reading →

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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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Democrats a threat to economy, Nixon says, October 2, 1958

Posted on October 2, 2008 by lmharnisch

Democrats want to raise taxes, Nixon charges. Times reporter Ira Greenberg accompanies the vice president on an early morning stroll along Wilshire Boulevard and calls him "a swell guy." Brigitte Bardot in "The Light Across the Street." Eurailpass introduced Vice … 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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Rams win against Cleveland, September 30, 1968

Posted on September 30, 2008 by lmharnisch

Above, Alabama Gov. George Wallace plans a TV appearance for his presidential campaign. By Keith ThursbyTimes Staff Writer The Rams moved to 2-0 with a 24-6 victory at Cleveland. The Rams broke open the game in the fourth quarter and … Continue reading →

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Hershiser breaks Drysdale’s record, September 29, 1988

Posted on September 29, 2008 by lmharnisch

Photograph by Anacleto Rapping / Los Angeles Times Orel Hershiser pitches for the Dodgers against Cincinnati, April 14, 2000. By Keith Thursby Times Staff Writer Twenty years ago, I witnessed an important moment in Dodger history. Good thing they don’t … Continue reading →

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Rams win with last-minute field goal, September 29, 1958

Posted on September 29, 2008 by lmharnisch

Clark Kerr becomes head of the University of California.  By Keith Thursby Times Staff Writer The Rams opened the 1958 season with a last-minute 30-27 loss to the Cleveland Browns at the Coliseum. Lou Groza kicked a nine-yard field goal … Continue reading →

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San Marino woman commits suicide, September 29, 1958

Posted on September 29, 2008 by lmharnisch

Above, pro baseball players shatter youngsters’ illusions by refusing to sign autographs. I guess Pat Brown can rule out an endorsement from The Times. Such was the state of political cartoons at The Times before the arrival of Paul Conrad.

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Los Angeles mayor begins City Hall cleanup, September 28, 1938

Posted on September 28, 2008 by lmharnisch

Mayor Bowron asks 117 commission members to quit Two members of the Police Commission resign and the head of the LAPD vice squad announces his retirement. "You Can’t Take It With You," one of my favorites. The Monte Carlo Ballet! … Continue reading →

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Vin Scully is the best in the business, September 27, 1968

Posted on September 27, 2008 by lmharnisch

"Whiskey river, don’t run dry…." By Keith Thursby Times Staff Writer Vin Scully’s fans include his competitors in the broadcast booth. Dick Enberg had just signed a deal to become the Angels’ lead broadcaster, a job he would hold through … Continue reading →

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