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D156436-2C
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- 1969-07-05 (Creation)
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(1919-1980)
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Tacoma Centennial. The gigantic cast of "By These Waters," composed of some 593 local people, accepts accolades on closing night, July 5, 1969. The historical pageant, held at Lincoln Bowl, entertained audiences with 18 episodes and a grand finale. The 1 1/2 hour program featured the international famous "Dancing Waters," (shown above) which had premiered at the Seattle World's Fair in 1962. Attendees were able to get a good view of all the activity occuring on the custom-made 200-foot stage. Color photograph ordered by the Tacoma Centennial. (TNT 5-11-69, A-28, TNT 6-27-69, p. 1)
Tacoma Centennial (Tacoma); Centennial celebrations--Tacoma; Historical pageants--Tacoma; Lincoln Bowl (Tacoma);