The Jalopy Journal
Having owned a 56 Chevy P/U at the time. A buddy of mine told me there was a 56 Chev P/U being built at Barris. On I think 3 occasions I watch...
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After cleaning out the basement I found some old 8mm family films. In 1959 I filmed a Car show, Lions drag racing and some M/C Hill climbs. I had...
For our Sweetheart Denise I dedicate this song: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rm5lc6-5LC4&feature=player_detailpage
With the renewed interest in Denise Diplock, a very nice looking wholesome girl from back then, may I propose that she be elected as "HAMB Poster...
Every word and opinion recorded here is the absolute truth. The contraption we call a "CAR" is the reason we are all here for, right? And what we...
[IMG] When I seen this Rheingold Beer ad it reminded me of a time back in the early 50's. Rheingold moved into either the old Brewery of "Brew...
Hello Roger O'Dell Having been raised in Clearwater and Compton I remember Larry Watson and his great work. You mentioned that you would try to...
Towards the end of WW11 the Pike was not a very nice place for family's. Is that tunnel under Ocean Blvd still there? In my youth we used to take...
As Redliner would tell you is, "It ain't the fall that will hurt you, Its that sudden stop" In my younger days I worked along with my Father on...
A point of info. The name Tartars was also the mascot name of Compton jr. College. Also the mascot name of Compton HS was the "Tarbabes" At one...
Yesterday was also a tough day for both the wife and I. We also lost our "BEST" friend and love, Sadie Mae a beautiful yellow lab.. Like...
Rusty, you brought tears to this old mans eyes. For a minute I thought you were talking about me. Your description was right on. I was one of...
In my opinion we all got to old and can't drive anymore
Oh my that was a couple of days ago. 1962 married with two kids had just graduated from Los Angeles County Sheriff's Academy. Still married to...
Great Photos If it's any help to confirm the dates of this show allow me to put my two cents in. In photo #5 page 130 there is an Los Angeles...
Came back from Catalina on one of those sea planes. As we boarded the aisle had above 4" of water. Got a little nervous. The pilot said no...
Any where Any Time then hope the Cops didn't see you and give you a ticket
Before my son retired from the Air Force as a Major he allowed me to taxi a B-1 Bomber out to the runway approach. At that point a security...
I believe this photo was taken in either 1958/59 Just after the Lakewood Station in Calif. was opened
Yes I do remember the Hill Climbs. Tried a couple myself. At the base of the runs was a very large crevice that many bikers seem to fall into....
My son sent this to me. It is amazing the work this guy created. Be sure and see the whole slide show....
Hung out at Jerrys in Compton, Ca cruised most of the Drive-ins in So. Cal Would go as far as my pennies would take me. If I had the money I...
Am I the only one who hopes that I just might see a picture I'm In? Just a thought.
Thanks for the memories. The Big Donut I grew up about a block from there when it was Atlantic and Olive in Compton Calif
Irish Mike Where abouts did grow up and what years? I also grew up in Compton.
Bullet Nose Yes I was a member of the Bachelors of Compton A small club that all we wanted to do was party, cruise the drive-ins and look at...
Many Thanks to all that posted your kind comments. This is the cover to Crash Helmet, (Pretty young thing) To Bullet Nose: I got my copy from...
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