ANSWER: The imposing pillars in the pictures is the entrance from Wilshire Blvd. (at the intersection of Rossmore Ave.) to Fremont Place, one of the city's most exclusive residential districts.
ANSWER: The photo is of one of the ornate arches that formed the entrances to the old Selig Zoo, adjacent to Lincoln Park. Here, many early-day movies were made. Then, it was a regular zoo. And, at present, an inactive amusement park. But, nevertheless, down through the years and despite fallen plaster, it remains one of the most impressive entrances in town