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The exhibit on Ralph Glidden says he, through his unscientific plundering, disregarded `the sanctity of human remains` and inflicted `near-permanent damage` on research into local Native American life.
"The Strange and Mysterious Case of Dr. Glidden" tells the story of a man who created public entertainment from native inhabitants` bones.
By Louis Sahagun
Laurel and Hardy`s slapstick brand of comedy surfaced near the end of silent films, but was versatile enough to transition into sound pictures. "Big Business" is often sited as their fines short film.
The Immigrant was strikingly poignant to the majority of Americans. There were few in the audience whose life wasn’t touched by the anxieties immigrants felt entering a country in which most knew neither the language nor the customs.
Movie buffs can get their fill of classic films at the 26th annual Catalina Island Museum Silent Film Benefit, from 1-3:30 p.m. May 11 at the Catalina Casino.
The Catalina Island Museum`s Silent Film Benefit presents the early cinema the way it was intended to be enjoyed: in one of the grandest movie palaces of the day , on a big screen with live accompaniment.
The theme for the benefit is "Make `em Laugh" and will feature four comedy "shorts" by the silent era`s greatest comedians: Harold Lloyd, Buster Keaton, Laurel and Hardy and Charlie Chaplin.
SoCal Focus: LA as Subject is dedicated to preserving and telling the sometimes-hidden stories and histories of the Los Angeles region and is hosted by the USC Libraries.
In honor of Pearl Harbor Day, the Catalina Island Museum debuted its latest special exhibition highlighting the critical role Catalina Island played in the defense of our nation during World War II.
Catalina Island was transformed nearly overnight from a carefree paradise into a strategically important Federal Military Zone. The Catalina Island Museum examines the role of Catalina Island in World War II.
The Catalina Island Museum`s Holiday Open House will feature free admission, discounts of 10% - 50% in the Museum Store and a tasting by Steve`s Steakhouse.
