Exterior view of the Democratic headquarters at 410 Spring St. Signs read: "Democratic Headquarters; Upton Sinclair Governor; Sheridan Downey Lieutenant Governor; President Roosevelt speaks on our time over KHJ Monday Oct. 22nd at 7:30 PM."
Exterior view of the Democratic headquarters at 410 Spring St. Signs read: "Democratic Headquarters; Upton Sinclair Governor; Sheridan Downey Lieutenant Governor; President Roosevelt speaks on our time over KHJ Monday Oct. 22nd at 7:30 PM.; Californi'as contribution to the New Deal, the Epic Plan explained daily 12 noon, 8:00 pm."
In 1934, Upton Sinclair, noted journalist and socialist, won the Democratic primary for governor of California. He was defeated by Frank Merriam. He established headquarters in Downtown Los Angeles.
Related to Los Angeles Times article, “Fish Amused by Hecklers: Sinclair Group Yells at Talk: Representative Assails Epic Plan in Bowl Debate with Author,” 19 Aug. 1935: A1.
Distant view of the Palos Verdes home of Mrs. Kate Crane-Gartz publishing heiress, photographed at the time that Upton Sinclair, Democratic candidate for Governor, stayed for a rest from campaign activities (304 via Almar).
Palos Verdes home of Mrs. Kate Crane-Gartz publishing heiress, photographed at the time that Upton Sinclair, Democratic candidate for Governor, stayed for a rest from campaign activities (304 via Almar).