June 2009
Larchmont Chronicle
How come the final anything is called a “swan song?” queries Joan Fagerholm? The common swan found in park ponds everywhere is also called the “mute” swan Professorbecause it rarely Knowmakes a sound It-All other than an occasional low grunt. An ancient European folk tale, however, has it that when a swan dies it gives forth a final, beautiful song to herald its journey into the afterlife. *** Why do we “page” someone? queries Terry Slaney. Page is from the Greek paidion or boy. In medieval times, a page was a youth of gentle birth who served as the personal attendant of a person of rank to run errands and act as a messenger. Later on, boys were employed by hotels to perform the same function and their vocal journeys through the lobby (i.e. “Call for Philip Morris”), also became the name for the call itself. *** Why is a papal proclamation called a “bull” and how is this different from an “encyclical?” wonders Nelson Alter. Actually a bull referred to any official document that had a lead seal affixed to the bot-
tom of it and comes from the Latin bulla (seal). Starting in the 12th century, a papal bull was a letter from the pope carrying a bulla that shows the heads of the apostles Peter and Paul. With the introduction of papal briefs in the 15th century, bulls were reserved for the highest of universal pronouncements, such as the canonization of saints or dogmatic revelations. *** How come a person who cleans tables in a restaurant is called a “busboy?” asks Tina Moore. Of course, the key here is bus, a conveyance for carrying passengers along a fixed route. This name also applies to the hand-pushed trolley cart which is used for carrying table settings in a restaurant, making it easier for a person (usually a boy) to clear dirty dishes, glasses, and silverware from tables and reset them for the next round of diners. Professor Know-It-All is the nom de plume of Bill Bentley, who invites readers to try and stump him. Send your questions to him at willbent@ prodigy.net.
PET OF THE MONTH
Larchmont Blvd. on Sundays. Go to their web page to learn more about your local pet res-
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cue: www.savinggracela.org, or call them at 323-871-8538. Donations always appreciated.
LOVES LONG WALKS. Lorenzo needs someone to love. LORENZO, a two-year Pekingese has a quirky personality and loves long walks. Please call Polly @ Savinggracela.org Several cats and kittens also are in need of homes, and on
Kittens, puppies need foster care
Volunteer foster parents are sought by L.A. Animal Services to help sustain the lives of the many puppies and kittens that are coming in every day. To sign up call Bottle Baby Coordinator Martha Nuno at 323-276-5845.
a dog walking service
Melanie Snodgrass licensed and bonded
323.273.9737
emergency pet taxi and sitting services available
PART TIME
walkyourdog@ca.rr.com
experienced veterinary technician
AD SALES
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Swan’s departure preceded by a final, beautiful song
SECTION TWO
Larchmont Chronicle's
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DEADLINE FOR THE JULY ISSUE IS WEDNESDAY JUNE 24, 2009
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ANNOUNCEMENT
SERVICES
HOME IMPROVEMENT
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CLASSIC CARS
COMPUTER
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323/692-3242
GIFT BASKETS
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323.936.9043
Over 10 yrs. experience
Mr. & Mrs. Mike & Son Detailing & Cleaning for House Sales & Remodeling Special “Spring Cleaning” Great gift for you or parents
310-770-6759
Serving Larchmont for 50+ years
Beverly Hills Grills
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Family Owned & Operated 39 years in business Hardscapes, Custom Stone, Retaining Walls, Stamped Concrete, Brick, Driveways, BBQS, Outdoor Kitchens, Fireplaces, Foundations, Drainage Systems
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REAL ESTATE WINDOWS
REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR EXPERTS
323-481-5021
FOR RENT/LEASE REGENT PLACE 1 & 2 BDR. APTS.
432 S. Norton Ave.
For appt. & budget buster prices call
213.383.2116
GUESTHOUSE
Charming • Private 1 BD w/full kitchen Near Larchmont $1295 mo.
REAL ESTATE FOR RENT/LEASE ELMWOOD APTS. 4717 Elmwood Ave. 1st flr. Studio/BA $795/mo.
Sec. dep. req. + ins. & common area fee Street pkg., new flrs. & appls., on-site laundry. No Pets Central & Convenient elmwoodapartmentsla.com
Linda @ 323/469-6734 GAILMORE APTS. 108 S. Gramercy Pl. Studio/BA $850/mo.
Sec. dep. req. + ins. & common area fee $25 credit app. fee Street pkg., new thru-out, on-site laundry. No Pets Central & convenient gailmoreapartments.com
323-939-0797
Linda @ 323/469-6734
LARGE FURNISHED ROOM/PVT. BATH
COMMERCIAL
Kitchen & laundry privileges
STORE 4 LEASE 3rd St. west of Fairfax
323/465-2417
323.270.0604
Single adult female Non-smoker - No Pets Larchmont area - $650 mo.
$2290/mo. w/BA & AC Large Display Window Sep. back work area
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