Deputy Sheriff M. F. Nuremberg (left) and Chief Civil Deputy Sheriff George Barton hold a framed target practice award (from Sherrifs Dept., L.A. County) score from contest and gun that says "Compliment of the Civil Department. Practice makes perfect."
Photograph of Mrs. Barbara Whittaker, police Captain R. R. McDonald, Mrs. Louise Ward Watkins, Mrs. Edward M. Kromer, and Mrs. Mable Patton at the Los Angeles Police Revolver range in Elysian Park. The women, wearing hats and dresses, aim their pistols at unseen targets, while Captain McDonald assists Mrs. Watkins with her aim.
Mrs. Holden listens to the inquest of the killer of her husband while her mother leans in close to her face to speak to her. Other men and women sit behind them.
Letter to Marty's sister. Marty Rosen was a shooting victim supposedly shot by a gangster. First few lines: "business again, I have a man with plenty of money and I think he's interested in putting me into business again with plenty of financial-backing, it may take a little time, but if I don't prosper shortly, you can expect me back in the city in the very near future..."
Families of the W.P.A. members slain and witnesses crowded in the courtroom to listen to the inquest of Charles Layman, former W.P.A. employee, who shot and killed six workmen at a site near La Brea Avenue and Exposition Boulevard.
Families of the W.P.A. members slain and witnesses crowded in the courtroom to listen to the inquest of Charles Layman, former W.P.A. employee, who shot and killed six workmen at a site near La Brea Avenue and Exposition Boulevard.
A row of young military personnel hold rifles aimed at the air after shooting a salute. Spectators and others observing Memorial day are seen in the background in what appears to be a cemetery.