Merry Christmas!

Idle Musings

“STOP THE PRESSES!”

I couldn’t yell, “Stop the presses!”, because this press wasn’t running when I snapped this photo.

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The lobby of the news building had that art deco style found amongst much old Los Angeles architecture.

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The Lettera in this glass case was the only typewriter in the whole building (well, it was the only one I saw, and it was the only one our guide took note to point out to us).

I’m really enamored by art deco design, and this old mailbox in the elevator lobby was very cool. I wish I had this on my porch.

Being into all things vintage, as well as photography, I really enjoyed the display cases with all the retro gear used by early reporters.

Another display with vintage photography equipment and the stories which were covered with such gear.

There was one particular room were the printing plates are developed, and on the wall they had copies of papers with some old, noteworthy events. Above this clock was an obituary for Betty Page (for all you Betty fans). Betty Page lived out here in Santa Monica. Dave Stevens revived awareness of Betty for a whole new generation by including her in his comic creation, The Rocketeer. 

 

Apple’s iOS App Monopoly

The Edison, Downtown L.A.

Below is the film which was playing on the screen in the photo above.

The Images for this post came from The Edison’s website, which can be found HERE. I’d recommend checking out their site and taking the virtual tour.

Point and Click Simplicity

The Bates index on the left is the kind of thing one might find on Don Draper’s desk.

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The Bates on the left is made of metal, while the older Autopoint is made (I think) of Bakelite.

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Here’s a shot of the bottom of the Autopoint Index.

The opening mechanism of the Autopoint is interesting.

Life Is Good

Moving On

My wife and my little dude at a Christmas event.

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My little Tribe.

Merry Christmas To All!

Merry Christmas, folks! Okay, it’s a few days early, but I’ll be too busy for the next several days to post. I hope you’re all able to spend this most holy night celebrating with family and loved ones — and God bless Tiny Tim!

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