John A. "Jack" Bolton operated Jack's Lunch, "Home of the World's Largest Hot Dog" in Tacoma's Proctor District. Judging from the crowd, it was a popular local gathering place. Jack and his wife Ethel lived in an upstairs apartment. In 1938, he opened Jack's Tavern next door at 2622 No. Proctor. Soon after, it became known as the North End Tavern under new owners. Subsequent owners operated the Steak House restaurant at the 2624 Proctor location for many years.

The Steak House and No. End Tavern, exterior.

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The staff of The Steak House posed for this photogragh on March 24, 1945 shortly after it expanded by taking over an adjoining building. The Steak House was located at 2622-24 No. Proctor, across the street from the Proctor (now Blue Mouse) Theater. At the time this picture was taken, it was owned by Ted Clark. It closed in the mid-50s.

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The Steak House interior of dining room. TPL-9326

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The Steak House had just gone through an expansion by taking over an adjoining building. The Steak House provided Tacoma diners with a reconditioned, remodeled, popular eating facility, it was owned by Ted Clark. View of The Steak House soda fountain counter area of restaurant. Room features include: ceiling fan, Medosweet Ice Cream sign, Coca-Cola soda fountain, coin operated ice cream freezer, sandwich board and booths. The restaurant also featured an elegant dining room.

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