From what I learned from my folks, for most of the ‘fighting age’ men there was a greater fear of being found 4F and having to work for the defense industry. Even the actually physically unfit were somehow perceived as slackers and cowards.

War surplus stores were everywhere when I was a kid in L.A. Mostly clothing and ‘camping’ equipment, though I imagine there were stores or outlets with a more ‘machinery’ bent. The last one I remember operating (and still may - I’m 3500 mi away these days) was ‘The Supply Sergeant’ on Hollywood Blvd.

I remember and hated the Nixon presidency. However, the Trickster did initiate relations with the PRC and we had the EPA under his Administration, as well as the first man on the Moon.

I’m sure he’s thought about it, but that’s awarded by the Congress - the CinC merely pins it on to the awardee.

“And she’s openly critical of Trump, which makes her evil in his eyes, I guess.”

Not as old as me,  who remembers ‘Queen for a Day’.

“Tell ‘em Large Marge sent ya”

They’re geared to the motorhome/trailer set. The model is ‘neighborhood’ (I think tailgating is the same mindset); while REAL camping is as solitary as possible

Got one in Plymouth, NH, too.

If the hate crime charge doesn’t stick, would that have any effect on a homicide charge? Other than ‘degree’?

My curly haired nephew reported the same thing about the PRC

That’s still too small a sample. If anything, Los Angeleans are quite diverse - entire blocks/neighborhoods can be fairly homogenous and abut a completely different block/neighborhood. Plus, these too can change over time.

Oh, Lordy!!

I may get eaten alive by posting here, on this, but...in 1971, the cost per semester for 12+ credits at California State Colleges (for CA residents) was $95. Out-of-State enrollees paid the princely sum of $300.

The Vintage Season

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