Elsie the Borden Cow, the unofficial mascott for Borden dairy products, looking over a fence. After appearing at the New York World's Fair, Elsie was chosen by R.K.O. producer Gene Towne to star in the 1940 film "Little Men," based on the novel by Louisa May Alcott. Elsie arrived in Los Angeles on July 12, 1940
Elsie the Borden Cow, the unofficial mascott for Borden dairy products, with her handlers. After appearing at the New York World's Fair, Elsie was chosen by R.K.O. producer Gene Towne to star in the 1940 film "Little Men," based on the novel by Louisa May Alcott. Elsie arrived in Los Angeles on July 12, 1940
Bat specimen brought back by a team of University of Southern California scientists from their exploration of the Gulf of Lower California on U.S.C.’s Velero III cruiser. The expedition was captained by Allan Hancock, president of the U.S.C. board of trustees, and included a team of three zoologists, an ornithologist, a botanist, an ichthyologist, a parasitologist, a scientific artist, a photographer, a collector, and an official observer for the Mexican government. The team brought back several thousands of specimens including birds, fish, mammals, algae, and parasites.
Photograph taken by Sifton Friedman of a cat walking down the stairs with a kitten in its mouth, titled "REFUGEES." The photo was featured in the annual Popular Photography exhibit displayed at Barker Bros. The exhibit features approximately 100 photographs from both amateur and professional photographers, which were chosen through an international contest
Photograph of two goats walking on a woodpile, which was featured in the annual Popular Photography exhibit displayed at Barker Bros. The exhibit features approximately 100 photographs from both amateur and professional photographers, which were chosen through an international contest
Seagull perched atop a pole near the bow of Tony Cornero’s newly refurbished gambling ship, the Bunker Hill (also known as the Lux), which was meant to operate offshore of Los Angeles. After the Bunker Hill’s opening night, however, Cornero and five of his aides were arrested on felony charges of criminal conspiracy to conduct gambling games and serve alcohol without a license. After his arrest, Cornero announced that he was ready to go to the United States Supreme court to keep the Bunker Hill running. Cornero was also “admiral” of the Rex, another gambling vessel which was forced to suspend operations in 1938.
Soldier feeds a puppy from a baby bottle during the Army-Navy Maneuvers that took place off the coast of Southern California at the end of 1946. The goal of the war games was to practice two maneuvers: Operation Mountain Goat, an amphibious landing designed to dislodge "enemy" troops, and Operation Oilskin, a landing to cut off "enemy" communications. The Army, Navy, and Marine Corps aircrafts participated in the exercise.
Elsie the Borden Cow, the unofficial mascott for Borden dairy products, looking over a fence. After appearing at the New York World's Fair, Elsie was chosen by R.K.O. producer Gene Towne to star in the 1940 film "Little Men," based on the novel by Louisa May Alcott. Elsie arrived in Los Angeles on July 12, 1940
Close-up of Elsie the Borden Cow, the unofficial mascott for Borden dairy products, looking over a fence. After appearing at the New York World's Fair, Elsie was chosen by R.K.O. producer Gene Towne to star in the 1940 film "Little Men," based on the novel by Louisa May Alcott. Elsie arrived in Los Angeles on July 12, 1940
Man reads a book while sitting with a dog on the library steps at the Unemployed Citizens' League of Santa Monica (a localized group of self-sustaining and self-respecting people). Many cooperatives like this one emerged in California during the 1930s, specifically in the Los Angeles - Orange County area
Race horse War Knight and his trainer, C.T. Leavitt pose for photographers after War Knight's victory in the $100,000 Santa Anita handicap. War Knight won in front of a crowd of 80,200 fans, the largest turnout yet to see a horse race in the west. Previous betting records were smashed.
Dr. Raymond L. Carey with the honeybees he uses to treat patients' arthritis. Dr. Carey’s laboratory was one of a half dozen places in the world that used honeybee venom to treat arthritis. One of the causes of arthritis is a lack of oxidation which is stimulated by the venom from a honeybee sting.
Ornithologist Grenville P. Ashcraft measuring bird specimens brought back by a team of University of Southern California scientists from their exploration of the Gulf of Lower California on U.S.C.’s Velero III cruiser. The expedition was captained by Allan Hancock, president of the U.S.C. board of trustees, and included a team of three zoologists, an ornithologist, a botanist, an ichthyologist, a parasitologist, a scientific artist, a photographer, a collector, and an official observer for the Mexican government. The team brought back several thousands of specimens including birds, fish, mammals, algae, and parasites.
Bat specimen brought back by a team of University of Southern California scientists from their exploration of the Gulf of Lower California on U.S.C.’s Velero III cruiser. The expedition was captained by Allan Hancock, president of the U.S.C. board of trustees, and included a team of three zoologists, an ornithologist, a botanist, an ichthyologist, a parasitologist, a scientific artist, a photographer, a collector, and an official observer for the Mexican government. The team brought back several thousands of specimens including birds, fish, mammals, algae, and parasites.
Race horse War Knight by the Santa Anita Park stables after his victory in the $100,000 Santa Anita handicap. War Knight won in front of a crowd of 80,200 fans, the largest turnout yet to see a horse race in the west. Previous betting records were smashed.
Race horse War Knight by the Santa Anita Park stables after his victory in the $100,000 Santa Anita handicap. War Knight won in front of a crowd of 80,200 fans, the largest turnout yet to see a horse race in the west. Previous betting records were smashed.
Sportswriters Jack James from the Los Angeles Examiner, Bob Meyer from the Associated Press and Howard Durham from the Los Angeles Evening News at Santa Anita Racetrack
Tiger trainer Mabel Stark stands by a cage containing two of her tigers. Stark is referred to as the world's first female tiger trainer. Here, she is at Shrine Auditorium for the annual Shrine Charity Circus. The Shrine Charity Circus is a 10-day event, which features an indoor show by the Polack Bros. Circus. Orphaned and underprivileged children are allowed to visit the circus as their admission is paid by affluent members of the community. The circus also travels to the children's hospital to entertain sick children who can't attend. Proceeds from the circus go to Shrine charitable activities.
Race horse Seabiscuit after winning the $100,000 Santa Anita Handicap and setting a new track record for the mile and a quarter race. The Los Angeles Times called it “the most popular victory in the history of western racing.” Seabiscuit’s victory received a rousing ovation from the 74,000 spectators
Dr. Raymond L. Carey holds a honeybee with a forceps, allowing it to sting the patient’s forearm. Dr. Carey’s laboratory was one of a half dozen places in the world that used honeybee venom to treat arthritis. One of the causes of arthritis is a lack of oxidation which is stimulated by bee venom.
Dr. Raymond L. Carey selecting a honeybee with a forceps. Dr. Carey’s laboratory was one of a half dozen places in the world that used honeybee venom to treat arthritis. One of the causes of arthritis is a lack of oxidation which is stimulated by the venom from a honeybee sting.
Soldier feeding a puppy from a baby bottle during the Army-Navy Maneuvers that took place off the coast of Southern California at the end of 1946. The goal of the war games was to practice two maneuvers: Operation Mountain Goat, an amphibious landing designed to dislodge "enemy" troops, and Operation Oilskin, a landing to cut off "enemy" communications. The Army, Navy, and Marine Corps aircrafts participated in the exercise.
Rattlesnakes in a container. Possibly related to the highly publicized murder trial of "Rattlesnake" James, who purchased rattlesnakes and forced them to bite his pregnant wife in an attempt to poison her.
U.S. Navy sailor holds a kitten during the Army-Navy Maneuvers that took place off the coast of Southern California at the end of 1946. The goal of the war games was to practice two maneuvers: Operation Mountain Goat, an amphibious landing designed to dislodge "enemy" troops, and Operation Oilskin, a landing to cut off "enemy" communications. The Army, Navy, and Marine Corps aircrafts participated in the exercise.
Dr. Raymond L. Carey holds a honeybee with a forceps, allowing it to sting the patient’s shoulder. Dr. Carey’s laboratory in Hollywood was one of a half dozen places in the world that used honeybee venom to treat arthritis. One of the causes of arthritis is a lack of oxidation which is stimulated by bee venom.
Mrs. George Diskant (possibly the wife of cinematographer George E. Diskant) and Mrs. Jimmie Curtis (Mrs. T J Curtis?) on horseback in a riding ring. Possibly at the Los Feliz Woman's Club.
Bearded man sits with a dog at the Unemployed Citizens' League of Santa Monica, a localized group of self-sustaining and self-respecting people. Many cooperatives like this one emerged in California during the 1930s, specifically in the Los Angeles - Orange County area
Ducklings swimming amongst the reeds in Westlake Park, mother duck is visible in the background. Photo was part of a series featuring the birds of Westlake Park (later renamed MacArthur Park)
Two black birds standing on the grass in Westlake Park. One is poking at something, possibly popcorn, with its beak. Photo was part of a series featuring the birds of Westlake Park (later renamed MacArthur Park)
An unknown man holds false eyelashes by the eye of Elsie the Borden Cow, the unofficial mascott for Borden dairy products. After appearing at the New York World's Fair, Elsie was chosen by R.K.O. producer Gene Towne to star in the 1940 film "Little Men," based on the novel by Louisa May Alcott. Elsie arrived in Los Angeles on July 12, 1940
Elsie the Borden Cow, the unofficial mascott for Borden dairy products, with her handlers. After appearing at the New York World's Fair, Elsie was chosen by R.K.O. producer Gene Towne to star in the 1940 film "Little Men," based on the novel by Louisa May Alcott. Elsie arrived in Los Angeles on July 12, 1940
Turkeys to be exhibited in a competition for $5,100 at the seventh Turkey Show and Congress. The turkeys were raised for Thanksgiving in the Western states and exhibited during the four-day event. The event included nationally known authorities on turkey diseases, breeding, and marketing.
The turkeys were raised for Thanksgiving in the Western states and exhibited during the four-day event. The event included nationally known authorities on turkey diseases, breeding, and marketing.
Agricultural show held at the Home Agricultural Station, St. Philip, on November 6th & 7th, 1974. Contains forewords, program of events, list of donors (local and overseas) and participants, and site/event planning photographs.
Agricultural show held at the Home Agricultural Station, St. Philip on December 8th & 9th, 1976. Contains forewords, program of events, lists of participants and donors, and photographs of animals.
Achievement Day celebrations held on the Deacons Road Farm on Saturday, 3rd May, 1969. Contains program of events, athletics, prize list, list of judges and donors, and names and addresses of clubs.
Agricultural exhibition held at the Grotto, Beckles Road, St. Michael, from Friday 13th to Sunday 15th June, 1986. Contains forewords, introduction to the Barbados Agricultural Society, the event program, information on the agricultural trading company, site layout and descriptions of facilities, and advertisement for various agricultural services (ex. fertilizers, fences, irrigation systems, etc.). The Barbados Agricultural Society is an agricultural organisation which has been in existence for over 150 years in Barbados. This organisation was established in 1845 by an Act of Parliament and seeks to represent the interests of the agricultural society.
Agricultural show held at the Sayes Court Agricultural Station on Thursday, 9th June, 1966. Contains program of activities, notes on show rules and preparation of animals, prize list, photos, youth competitions, and list of challenge cups donated to the show.
Agricultural show held at the Home Agricultural Station, St. Philip, on November 19th & 20th, 1975. Contains rules of the show, prize list, youth competitions, and notes on preparation of animals for the show.
Agricultural show held at Fisherpond Plantation Yard on Thursday, Sept. 26, 1968. Contains program of activities, notes on show rules and preparation of animals, prize list, youth competitions, photos, and list of challenge cups donated to the show.
Achievement Day celebrations held on Deacons Road Farm on Saturday, 6th April, 1968. Contains program of events, prize list, list of judges and donors, and names and addresses of clubs.