Take a look at the life of a local blacksmith in the article “Al Neis Fetes 50 years here” (http://dbase1.lapl.org/webpics/calindex/documents/10/520252.pdf). The 1948 article, which includes photos, provides of portrait of Al Neis a Highland Park blacksmith who opened shop in 1898 on N. Figueroa. The article shares Mr. Neis’ reminisces of the area describing changing landmarks in a changing city. Check it out.
