The
Original LA County Seal was designed in 1957 by world renowned
artist Millard Sheets. There are several symbols depicted
on the seal all of which were placed to acknowledge their contributions
in the history of the county which include
Agriculture, the Earth, Sea, and Sun, an Oil Derrick, a Spanish Galleon,
the Hollywood Bowl, Religion, Dairy Farming and the Fishing Industry.
Each symbol represented a significant and historical role in the history of
Los Angeles County. The fact that one or more of the historical symbols are
also a religious symbol does not prohibit its use.
The cross above the symbol of the Hollywood Bowl is an actual historical landmark.
It can be seen today on the hill in the Cahuenga Pass across the street
from the Hollywood Bowl. It can be seen clearly from inside the Bowl. The cross
was erected in 1924 to honor and recognize actress Christine Wetherill
Stevenson‚s
dedication and efforts in establishing the Hollywood Bowl, The Pilgrimage
Theatre (Now John Anson Ford) and her service to humanity.
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors under the threat of a law suit
from the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), removed the cross and replaced
it with a Mission.
The residents of Los Angeles deserve an opportunity to decide if history is
to be maintained or erased and substituted by agenda driven organizations.
Our objective at the Committee to Support the Original Los Angeles County Seal
is to give the voters of Los Angeles County the opportunity to vote on
whether to retain the original seal or not.
