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]
Saturday, February 14, 2015
[NEW SERIES] HAL BATES AND MAYOR SAM YORTY
"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."
Photograph by William R. Eastbrook.
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