These six unidentified golfers were just a fraction of the participants in the Northwest Pro-Presidents golf tournament held at the Tacoma Country & Golf Club on April 28, 1972. Western Washington golf professionals and club presidents teed off in twosomes at the one-day tournament. In 1972 the Northwest Pro-Presidents golf tournament was subdivided into three parts; each of the three branches of the northwest section of the PGA would have its own tournament. Host pro Gerry Mehlert had the best round of the day -69. Color photograph ordered by Gerry Mehlert. (TNT 4-27-72, C-11 -article; TNT 4-29-72, p. 10- article)

Golf--Tacoma--1970-1980; Golfers--Tacoma--1970-1980; Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma)--1970-1980;

46 twosomes teed off at the Northwest Pro-Presidents golf tournament held at the Tacoma Country & Golf Club on April 28, 1972. The participants for the one-day tournament were drawn from Western Washington professionals and club presidents. Bob Lundgaard, president of the Olympia Country Club and pro Rick Adell combined for a winning score of 10-under par. Color photograph ordered by Gerry Mehlert. (TNT 4-27-72, C-11- article; TNT 4-29-72, p. 10- article)

Golf--Tacoma--1970-1980; Golfers--Tacoma--1970-1980; Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma)--1970-1980;

Unidentified golf foursome. Western Washington pro golfers and club presidents gathered on Friday, April 28, 1972, at the Tacoma Country & Golf Club to participate in the Northwest Pro-Presidents golf tournament. This year each of the three branches in the northwest section of the PGA will have its own tournament. The Tacoma Country & Golf Club was the location of the first Northwest Pro-Presidents tournament in 1953. Color photograph ordered by Gerry Mehlert. (TNT 4-27-72, C-11- article; TNT 4-29-72, p. 10 -article)

Golf--Tacoma--1970-1980; Golfers--Tacoma--1970-1980; Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma)--1970-1980;

These four golfers, and many more, participated in the 1972 Northwest Pro-Presidents golf tournament held at the Tacoma Country & Golf Club on April 28, 1972. The field for the one-day tournament was a mixture of Western Washington pros and club presidents. Host pro Gerry Mehlert had the best round of the day - a sparkling 69. Winner of the tournament by four strokes was the twosome of Bob Lundgaard, president of the Olympia Country Club, and professional Rick Adell. Color photograph ordered by Gerry Mehlert. (TNT 4-27-72, C-11 -article; TNT 4-29-72, p. 10 -article)

Golf--Tacoma--1970-1980; Golfers--Tacoma--1970-1980; Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma)--1970-1980;

Mrs. Edmund A. Gann, wife of the "Cape San Vincent's" owner, poses with her guests at the Tacoma Country & Golf Club on March 20, 1969. The ship was launched earlier in the morning at the J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corporation yard. Mrs. Gann was the ship's sponsor; she is pictured carrying a large bouquet of red roses. The other women in the photograph are not identified. A reception celebrating the new vessel was held at the Tacoma Country & Golf Club immediately following the launching. Photograph ordered by the J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (TNT 3-9-69, C-27; TNT 3-20-69, C-16) TPL-9399

Gann, Edmund A. --Family; Launchings--Tacoma--1960-1970; Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1960-1970; J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (Tacoma); Roses--Tacoma;

Elegant dining room - Tacoma Country & Golf Club. Members and guests of the Tacoma Country & Golf Club could enjoy dining in the elegant dining area in 1964. Reddish tones are reflected throughout the room with wall paneling, wallpaper, hardwood floor strips, seat cushions and artwork. The fireplace is also framed with light colored wood. Photograph ordered by Weyerhaeuser Co.

Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma); Dining rooms--Tacoma--1960-1970;

Meeting room at Tacoma Country & Golf Club. Paneling on the walls matches that of the rectangular table in the meeting room of the Tacoma Country & Golf Club in 1964. Comfortable arm chairs surround the gleaming table. The room is softly lit by recessed lighting; ceiling-to-floor drapes block out outdoor light and distractions. Color photograph ordered by the Weyerhaeuser Co.

Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma); Conference rooms--Lakewood;

Heating & cooling systems - Tacoma Country & Golf Club. View of Trane Co. heating & cooling system at the Tacoma Country & Golf Club in 1964. Gauges monitor the Trane equipment. Color photograph ordered by Weyerhaeuser Co.

Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma); Machinery; HVAC systens--Tacoma; Measuring--Tacoma;

Tacoma Country & Golf Club. Built using Weyerhaeuser's new engineered dry lumber, the new Tacoma Country & Golf Club stands serenely on the shores of American Lake in August, 1965. Its two-level, 26,000 square foot structure is surrounded by old and new growth landscaping. Fire destroyed its predecessor in 1961 as it did the original clubhouse in 1909. Photograph ordered by Weyerhaeuser Co.

Clubhouses--Tacoma--1960-1970; Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma)--Buildings;

Tacoma Country & Golf Club. Construction has been completed on the new Tacoma Country & Golf Club in August, 1965. Built on two levels, the new (third) clubhouse replaced a 50-year-old structure. Coincidentally, both the original clubhouse and its replacement, known as the "Grand Old Lady," were destroyed by fires. The Tacoma Country & Golf Club, on the shores of American Lake, is the oldest continuing country club west of the Mississippi. Photograph ordered by the Weyerhaeuser Co.

Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma)--Buildings; Clubhouses--Tacoma--1960-1970;

New clubhouse under construction at the Tacoma Country & Golf Club on February 25, 1964. Crane is in the process of hoisting a large beam. Clubhouse is partially framed with concrete block foundation in place. The Tacoma Country & Golf Club overlooks American Lake. Photograph ordered by the Weyerhaeuser Co.

Progress photographs; Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma)--Buildings; Building construction--Tacoma--1960-1970; Clubhouses--Tacoma--1960-1970; Hoisting machinery;

February, 1964, saw continuing construction of the new clubhouse at the Tacoma Country & Golf Club on Gravelly Lake Drive. Workers are in the process of framing the large building while a crane lifts a heavy beam. The Tacoma Country & Golf Club, situated on 237 acres on the shores of American Lake, is the oldest continuing country club west of the Mississippi. Its stately clubhouse was gutted by fire in 1961. Photograph ordered by the Weyerhaeuser Co.

Progress photographs; Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma)--Buildings; Building construction--Tacoma--1960-1970; Clubhouses--Tacoma--1960-1970; Hoisting machinery;

Progress photograph of new Tacoma Country & Golf Club clubhouse. Work continues on the new Tacoma Country & Golf Club clubhouse on March 23, 1964. A man is spotted walking on top of a partially roofed section. Plywood is in the process of being laid over the framed roof. The clubhouse would be steps away from the shores of American Lake. This photograph was taken from a cement bucket on a crane by the Richards Studio photographer. Photograph ordered by Weyerhaeuser Co.

Progress photographs; Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma)--Buildings; Clubhouses--Tacoma--1960-1970; Building construction--Tacoma--1960-1970; American Lake (Wash.);

Progress report on construction of the new Tacoma Country & Golf Clubhouse in late March, 1964. Work progresses steadily on the new clubhouse located on American Lake. Shakes are being installed on the roof while the brick chimney is being constructed. The $750,000 project, including remodeling of the caddy house, was expected to be completed in December. The two-level, 26,000 square foot clubhouse was Tacoma's largest building, at that time, to be framed with Weyerhaeuser's new engineered dry lumber. Photograph ordered by the Weyerhaeuser Co. (TNT 4-5-64, B-8)

Progress photographs; Building construction--Tacoma--1960-1970; Clubhouses--Tacoma--1960-1970; Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma)--Buildings; American Lake (Wash.);

A roofer, hammer in hand, is photographed on April 3, 1964, in the act of nailing down shakes on the roof of the new Tacoma Country & Golf Clubhouse. The former clubhouse, built after its predecessor was destroyed by fire in 1909, was itself gutted by fire on December 21, 1961. Work was expected to be completed in December, 1964. Photograph ordered by the Weyerhaeuser Co.

Progress photographs; Building construction--Tacoma--1960-1970; Clubhouses--Tacoma--1960-1970; Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma)--Buildings; Roofs--Tacoma;

The Tacoma Country & Golf Club was the setting for a luncheon honoring the women attending the Washington State Bankers Association meeting in late June, 1954. Six bankers' wives are pictured on the lawn of the country club in the shade of a large tree. They took advantage of the first day of summer to enjoy the luncheon and bridge party. From left to right are: Mrs. C.T. Chandler, Mrs. James G. Fowler, Mrs. Frank Langer, Mrs. Arthur Ganson, Mrs. Everett E. Reese and Mrs. Lyal Stringham. (TNT 6-22-54, p. 8)

Women--Clothing & dress--Lakewood--1950-1960; Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma); Group portraits;

Children garbed in a variety of costumes attend a "masque ball" at the Tacoma Country & Golf Club on August 28, 1923. They are packed in tightly on the elegant staircase. 125 invitations were issued by Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Carstens in honor of their daughter Doris and son Tom. A late supper was provided and dance music played by Sutter's Orchestra. G20.1-030 (Tacoma Sunday Ledger, 8-26-23, D-5-article)

Masquerades--Lakewood--1920-1930; Costumes; Children--Lakewood--1920-1930;

Exterior view of the ivy-covered Tacoma Country & Golf Club. The Tacoma Country & Golf Club, established in 1894 by Alexander Baillie, is the oldest golf course west of the Mississippi. The clubhouse, as viewed in early June of 1925 prior to the Pacific Northwest open championship, had been completely rebuilt due to a fire in 1909. The new clubhouse, later known as the "Grand Old Lady," included a gracious spiral staircase . It, too, would suffer the same fate as its predecessor - destruction by fire in 1961. A third clubhouse would be completed in 1964. TPL-6261; G54.1-039

Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma)--Buildings; Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma)--1920-1930;

Rear view - Tacoma Country & Golf Club. This 1926 view from the clubhouse overlooks American Lake. It had been built in 1910 to replace the original clubhouse that had been destroyed by fire and was the scene of many social events. TPL-531; G54.1-020

Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma)--1920-1930; Tacoma Country & Golf Club--Buildings; Clubhouses--Tacoma--1920-1930;

William Philip and Mary Lee Odlin were married on August 20, 1948. Left to right view of the groom, ushers and groomsmen standing in the Tacoma Country and Golf Club: Lloyd Silver, William Philip, John Hewitt Jr., Vaeth Hewitt, Dexter Silver (Best Man), Fred Schweizer, Paul Davies and Neal Heston (T.N.T., 8/29/48, p. D-1).

Tuxedoes; Weddings--Tacoma--1940-1950; Marriage--Tacoma; Families--Tacoma--1940-1950; Odlin, Reno--Family; Philip, Warren F.--Family; Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma); Philip, William W.;

View of the Odlin and Philip Family at William and Mary Lee's wedding reception at the Tacoma Country and Golf Club. Left to right, Warren and Lillian Philip, William and Mary Lee Philip, Barbara Philip Echternach, unidentified young man, Edith and Reno Odlin, and possibly their son standing in front of them (T.N.T., 8/29/48, p. D-1).

Wedding costume--1940-1950; Tuxedoes; Weddings--Tacoma--1940-1950; Marriage--Tacoma; Families--Tacoma--1940-1950; Odlin, Reno--Family; Philip, Warren F.--Family; Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma); Philip, William W.; Odlin, Mary Lee--Marriage;

Mary Lee Odlin and William Philip were married on August 20, 1948 at Immanuel Presbyterian Church with their wedding reception held at the Tacoma Country and Golf Club. Left to right are the bride's parents, Reno and Edith M. Odlin, and the groom's parents, Warren F. and Lillian Philip (T.N.T., 8/29/48, p. D-1).

Weddings--Tacoma--1940-1950; Marriage--Tacoma; Families--Tacoma--1940-1950; Odlin, Reno--Family; Philip, Warren F.--Family; Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma);

Dinner party honoring Alexander Baillie at Tacoma Country & Golf Club, Tribune, E. Knight. Alexander Baillie, second from left, was honored during a banquet held at the Tacoma Country & Golf on October 22, 1948. He is seen here with several members of the golf club wishing him well. Mr. Baillie was born in Breckin, Forfashire, Scotland on September 9, 1859. He came to Tacoma in 1888 and was employed by Balfour Guthrie Shipping Company. The venerable Scotsman was one of the founders of the Tacoma Country & Golf Club and he served as its first president in 1894.

Baillie, Alexander, 1859-1949; Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma); Country clubs--Tacoma--1940-1950; Banquets--Tacoma--1940-1950;

Dinner party honoring Alexander Baillie at Tacoma Country & Golf Club, Tribune, E. Knight. Alexander Baillie (second from left) is shown receiving gifts at a banquet held at the Tacoma Country & Golf Club in his honor on October 22, 1948. He was one of the founders of the golf club and served as its first president in 1894. The portrait may be of Mr. Baillie as a younger man. The gentleman on the right is possibly Audsley M. Fraser.

Baillie, Alexander, 1859-1949; Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma); Country clubs--Tacoma--1940-1950; Banquets--Tacoma--1940-1950;

The smiling countenance of Tacoma Country & Golf Club founder Alexander Baillie, seated, responds to the Scottish-attired speaker at the banquet's head table. This sepia photograph was believed to have been taken at a October, 1948, banquet honoring Mr. Baillie who was the club's first president in 1894.

Baillie, Alexander, 1859-1949; Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma); Country clubs--Tacoma--1940-1950; Banquets--Tacoma--1940-1950;

A 150-guest dinner party in honor of 89-year-old Alexander Baillie was held at the Tacoma Country & Golf Club in October of 1948. Mr. Baillie, on the left, is escorted at the banquet by Puget Sound National Bank president Reno Odlin, in the center, and businessman Audsley M. Fraser, right. Alexander Baillie was one of the founders in 1894 of the Tacoma Country & Golf Club and served as its first president. Recognized as the "father of golf in the west," he was responsible for the construction of the first golf course in Washington state. Mr. Fraser, also of Scottish descent, established Fraser's store in Lakewood in 1934. Fraser's carried gifts, glassware, linens, hosiery, gloves, dinnerware, silver, jewelry, leather goods, luggage, stationery and greeting cards. Both Mr. Baillie and Mr. Fraser are wearing Scottish clothing; kilts, knee socks, jackets and vests and sporrans (the pouches hanging from their waists.) Mr. Baillie has a traditional ruff at his neck while Mr. Fraser wears a collar and bow tie. (TNT 10-22-48, p. 1-article only)

Baillie, Alexander, 1859-1949; Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma); Country clubs--Tacoma--1940-1950; Banquets--Tacoma--1940-1950; Odlin, Reno, 1897-1979; Costumes--Scottish; Kilts; Scotland--Clothing & dress; Fraser, Audsley M.;

Dinner party honoring Alexander Baillie at Tacoma Country & Golf Club, Tribune, E. Knight. Alexander Baillie was one of the founders of the Tacoma Country & Golf Club in 1894 and was the club's first president. He is seen in the upper left corner next to Reno Odlin, then president of Puget Sound National Bank, holding a microphone as part of his toastmaster duties. The banquet held in his honor was expected to draw more than 150 guests.

Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma); Country clubs--Tacoma--1940-1950; Baillie, Alexander, 1859-1949; Odlin, Reno, 1897-1979; Banquets--Tacoma--1940-1950; Men--Tacoma--1940-1950;

Dinner party honoring Alexander Baillie at Tacoma Country & Golf Club, Tribune, E. Knight. A view of the banquet room at the Tacoma Country & Golf Club on October 22, 1948, where more than 150 guests were gathered in honor of Alexander Baillie, the venerable Scotsman who was the first president of the golf club. He is seen near the wall between the middle two sets of draperies next to banker Reno Odlin who is holding a microphone. Most of the assembled men are wearing tuxedoes, seated at tables decorated with candles and flowers.

Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma); Country clubs--Tacoma--1940-1950; Baillie, Alexander, 1859-1949; Odlin, Reno, 1897-1979; Banquets--Tacoma--1940-1950; Men--Tacoma--1940-1950;

Tacoma Country Club tea. Candid portrait of five women engaged in conversation in April, 1937. Dorothy (Mrs. Bertrand E.) Buckmaster is on the right. Mrs. Buckmaster was active in the Girl Scouts and a close friend of Lou Henry (Mrs. Herbert) Hoover. (T.Times, Society).

Buckmaster, Dorothy G.; Conversation; Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma)--1930-1940;

Dorothy Buckmaster, far right, engages in conversation with four other women attending an April, 1937, tea at the Tacoma Country & Golf Club. Mrs. Buckmaster's husband Bertrand was the president of the North Pacific Bank Note Co. Mrs. Buckmaster was active in the Girl Scouts movement and the Tacoma Philharmonic.

Buckmaster, Dorothy G.; Conversation; Tacoma Country & Golf Club (Tacoma);