A nation in the midst of The Great Depression paused. Picked itself up. And dressed in its Sunday best to reflect on family and faith.

It was Easter in the Hollywood Bowl. The year was 1930.

Photo from the Los Angeles Public Library

At the height of The Great Depression, one of the most respected institutions in America still thrived. Instead of tearing down, they were building up. They were the pride of the city. They were the news.

They were The Los Angeles Times.

The year was 1934.

Photo from the Los Angeles Public Library