STAN LAUREL LETTERHEAD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    July.2nd.'58.
Dear Mrs [Marie] Hatfield:-
          Thanks yours of June 16th.
Well here we are - finally moved in. Like it very much here, especially the good TV reception we get here, (all 7 channels), what a relief after the Malibu situation.
          Was pleased to note your Mother was making good recovery & fortunately no bones broken.
          Mrs L does'nt care much for Pool swimming - prefers the ocean, the beach is only a couple of blocks from here, so not far to go.
          Am still taking the Xray treatments (18 to date), the Dr is pleased with the progress, but its still a bit painful & uncomfortable when I eat. Anyway am glad its not serious.
          They are running the L&H films here again but I do'nt bother to see them as they do'nt start till midnight, the Late late show. I think "Chumps At Oxford" is being shown next Friday night.
          Think thats about all for now. Mrs L. joins in every good wish to Bob & self & take tare of yourselves.
          Bye & God bless.
                    Sincerely:-

                    Stan Laurel.
 

THE OCEANA APARTMENTS TODAY - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA

STAN LAUREL LETTERHEAD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    July.2nd.'58.
Dear Ernie [Murphy]:-
          Sorry delay in acknowledging yours of June.10th. due of course to the moving business from Malibu. Yes Frankie Fouce has grown up, married, & I think [has] four kids. Like his father, he turned out quite a successful business man with projects of his own - how time flies.!           Thanks for the Italian boy's address, will send him an 8x10 picture - you should be good for a free spaghetti dinner nexct time you go there.
          Note you did'nt start on your trip yet, imagine you are anxious to get that deal straightened out.
          We like the new place very much - more activity around here so not so lonesome. Am taking a series of X-Ray treatments - had a sore spot inside my lower jaw, caused by irritation of my denture & became infected - had a malignancy test made, but thank goodness no trace of anything. These treatments are to clear it up, the Dr. is pleased with the progress, but its still pretty painful & can't wear my dentures yet - I've sure had my share of sickness these last years.
          Bye Ernie, take care of yourself.
          Love & best from us both here.
                    As ever:-

                    Stan Laurel.
 

STAN LAUREL LETTERHEAD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    July 3rd.'58.
Dear Gary [Arnold]:-
          Thanks your letter of June 28th. & post card of the 1st.inst. Pleased to know you recd. the TV guides OK.
          Am afraid my writing to your local TV stations would'nt be of any influence in the running of the L&H films - I think it would be a waste of time trying.
          Regarding your trip down here, it depends on which route you take, you can go direct to Los Angeles, or to Hollywood or right to Santa Monica. If you wish to visit Santa Monica first you take the Coast Highway 101. If you check with the Auto Club they will give you maps & information.
          My phone number is EXbrook 3-5656. This place is easy to find, as the Avenue faces the Ocean front - three blocks North of Wilshire Blvd. You can't miss it.
          All for now Gary. Wish you a pleasant trip down here. Regards & best,
                    Sincerely:-

                    Stan Laurel.
 

STAN LAUREL LETTERHEAD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    August 7th.'58.
Dear Mrs [Marie] Hatfield:-
          Thanks your nice letter of July 25th.
Happy to tell you I am through with the Xray treatments &
am feeling much better, my ailment has all cleared up, its sure a relief after that long session. Am not able to wear my denture yet, it seems the formation of my guns have slightly changed on account of my trouble, but am hoping it will soon rectify itself if not I will have to have a new set made.
          Note you saw "Bonnie Scotland" recently, its strange it has never been shown around here, also "The Devil's Brother" ("Fra Diavalo") these were two of our best films.
          Thanks for the clipping of "The Golden Age of Comedy" - wish I could have seen that, it must be very interesting.
          Am pleased to know your mother is doing to well & now able to get around - thats wonderful.
          We have been having quite a few visitors recently now that we are beck in Town, we missed all this by living so far out in Malibu, its nice to see our friends more often, am certainly glad we moved here.
          Not much to tell you, so all for now. Trust alls well with you both.
          Mrs L. joins in regards & best.
                    Sincerely:-

                    Stan Laurel.
 

STAN LAUREL LETTERHEAD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    August 14th.'58.
Dear Ernie [Murphy]:-
          Thanks yours of July 8th.
Happy to tell you I am through with the X-ray threatments & feeling much better - able to wear my denture again, it was sure a miserable three months not having any solid food. Anyway am glad its over with.
          We are very happy in the new apt here - really pleasant. Sorry to hear about your ear infection, must have been terribly painful - hope by now its cleared up & back in shape again - these lousey ailments can sure get you down.
          I never did hear from the Spaghetti guy that I sent the picture to, the shock was probably too much for him - still wondering how I got his address.
          I mislaid the clipping you sent me, so can't think what it was about.
          I guess you have returned from your visit to straighten out the Property deal, trust it turned out satisfactory.
          All for now Ernie, trust alls well & happy.
          Love & best from us both here.
          Good luck & God Bless.
                    As ever:-

                    Stan Laurel.
 

PHOTO SNAPSHOT AND OCEANA APARTMENTS BROCHURE - AUGUST 18, 1958

STAN LAUREL LETTERHEAD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    Sept.14th.'58.
My Dear Betty [Healy]:
          Thanks your welcome letter 10th.inst. with enclosure of the plans for your new home - Am certainly happy to know you made the loan OK & will soon be under
construction. I think its very smart to make that investment Betty, you certainly can't go wrong on a deal like that. You were wise too in retaining half of your property, that's a very good idea, a protection for
you.
          The plan of the building is very interesting & certainly sounds very reasonable in cost. I like the addition of the windows in the bedrooms, & if I may suggest, I definitely think you should put in a 2nd. small bathroom (shower, toilet & wash basin), most of the new homes have that now that contain 3 bedrooms - its really [a] necessary convenience, especially in case of guests etc. even here in the Apt. we have this with only two rooms and a kitchen (our house on Franklin also has two bathrooms, & that was built about 15 years ago) the little extra expense is really worth it, & gives the house more value if you ever want to sell it - people with families require 2 bathrooms.
          The car port is very nice, but I frankly prefer a connected garage, firstly, in bad weather you are under cover to enter the house, & 2nd. it's nice to have a place to store things - trunks etc & as a work shop, also could at any time be converted into a playroom, & building a car port later on. I think its wise when building a place to give it all the 'selling' advantage you can, just in case.
          I sure wish you had started this when I left Franklin St. I could have given you such a lot of things in the way of furniture etc. which I sold for practically nothing, carpets, tables & chairs, settees & porch furniture, it would have saved you a lot of money.
          I saw the picture of 'Babe' on "Haggis
Baggis" show, but missed the one of me, I do'nt particularly care for this show, so seldom look at it, in fact any of the quiz shows since the scandal of "Dotto" & "21", I understand the "64 thousand challenge" is now being investigated, its sure done them a lot of harm & I wouldn't be surprised to see them all taken off the air after this season.
          That was awful for Wayne having to work so many hours, that must have been a terrible strain on him, its wonderful to make that extra money, but his health is more important, he certainly could'nt keep that up for long, that's really too much, trying to hold down two jobs & working day & night, he sure deserves a lot of credit for his effort. Am glad to know he's quit one of the jobs & will get his proper rest - I understand your great concern over it.
          Note you've got a parakeet, I guess when he (or she) gets to know you he'll start talking a blue streak, they sure are cute birds & a lot of company.
          Will look forward to seeing you on your next trip down here, our phone is EXbrook 3-5656, but I guess you will wait 'till the house is finished, so you will know better just what you need in the way of furnishings.
          Eda joins in love & kind thoughts to you both & wish you lots of success with the new home, know you will be thrilled and happy with it.
          Bye Betty, Good luck & God Bless.
                    As ever,

PS. I heard a discussion the other night on TV regarding anyone building anything - be sure to get a COMPLETION BOND! to ensure yourself against being faced with any further cost after the place is finished. The case in question was, a guy had a swimming pool built & before it was finished he had fully paid the cost of it, the builder
went broke due to unforeseen circumstances, & had'nt paid for the labor or materials & the owner had to pay all over again to complete the pool - he was held responsible - if he'd had a completion bond this would'nt have happened. Think you'd better check on this.

STAN LAUREL LETTERHEAD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    Sept.16th.'58.
Dear Mr & Mrs Arnold:
          Many thanks for your very nice letter.
Appreciated very much your gracious expressions.
          I too enjoyed the pleasure of meeting you both, & or course was delighted to see Gary, he's certainly a sweet little fellow & so interesting.
          Trust you all had a pleasant visit to the Southland & enjoyed seeing the sights - hope you had the opportunity to see "Disneyland", am sure Gary would have got a big kick out of that.
          Again thanks for your kind thoughts - greatly valued.
          My regards & best wishes always:
                    Very sincerely:-

                    Stan Laurel.

PS. wish again to thank Gary for the prunes - Mrs Laurel enjoyed them so much, they were wonderful.

OCEANA LETTERHEAD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN EXCERPT

                    Sept.20th.'58.

Dear Gary [Arnold]:
          Thanks your nice letter,18th.inst.
I too enjoyed the pleasure of meeting you, it was certainly nice of your Mom & Dad to bring you down here, I was happy to see you.
          I did'nt know you had seen 'Disneyland' before, its too bad you did'nt see Pacific Ocean Park instead, its a new amusement park, not far from the hotel here & I understand it cost over 10 Million Dollars to erect - they say its a wonderful sight. Anyway, maybe you will be making another visit next year & will be able to see it.
          Interesting to note the courses you are taking in the 9th. grade, that should keep you plenty busy & wo'nt leave you much time for your Club activities, undoubtedly, you will have lots of home work to attend to.
          Yes, the weather is nice & cool here where we live, but it has been very hot in other sections of the City, especially out in the Valley, many days '95 to a '100 degrees & with it, lots of Smog, which you do'nt have in Fresno.
          All for now Gary, wish you lots of luck in the new term.
          My regards & best.
                    Sincerely:-

                    Stan Laurel.