Hal Bates (Born Harold Simon Joseph Braitman, 26 Aug 1929-14 Jan 2008) was an active member of the entertainment media in Los Angeles for many years. At various times he was an editor and writer for publications including the Hollywood Reporter, Daily News, National Enquirer, Hollywood Now, and others. He was also president of the Hollywood Press Club. [See more Intro on this blog's First Page/John Wayne: http://halbates.blogspot.com/2013/11/introduction-hal-bates-and-john-wayne.html]
Two questions: (1) What radio station is being commended, and what does that have to do with Hal Bates? (2) Who is the Hitler Youth liaison?
ReplyDeleteThe caption on the back of this photograph reads: "Special Commendation -- Los Angeles Mayor Sam Yorty is flanked by Hal Bates, left, and Bob Walsh of KABC Radio during presentation of citation from City of Los Angeles which pays tribute to station's 'Distinguished American Salutes' series. Commendation cites KABC series for its recognition of minority group members who have contributed to society." Photo by William R. Eastabrook, Hollywood.
ReplyDeleteAccording to the 7 Dec 1970 issue of Broadcasting, Hal Bates was appointed director of creative services at KABC Radio from his previous position there as director of public relations.
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