Miss Home Show, Dona Wenger, is about to pour black coffee to sustain the hardworking officers of the Homebuilders Association of Greater Tacoma as they prepare for the upcoming 1969 Tacoma Home Show. This would be the 23rd year that local residents would be encouraged to view the latest trends in home building, furniture, appliances and landscaping. From L-R are: Homebuilders Assn. president Ray Dally, Home show chairman Dean Eldridge, Homebuilders executive director Clarence Wilson and Model homes chairman Gerald Naubert. Photograph ordered by the News Tribune. (TNT 3-24-69, p. 32)

Greater Tacoma Home Show (Tacoma); Wenger, Dona; Beauty contestants--Tacoma--1960-1970; Dally, Ray; Eldridge, Dean; Wilson, Clarence; Naubert, Gerald;

Centennial Queen and her court. On July 2, 1969, Queen Sally Hagen addressed the audience of "By These Waters," an historical pageant with hundreds participating held at Lincoln Bowl. She and the six princesses were escorted by members of the military. Mrs. Hagen was selected as queen of the centennial celebration on June 28, 1969, the evening of Tacoma's impressive parade. From L-R are princesses Doris Wilcox, Sally Centenari, Julie Birge, Queen Sally, Betty Frye, Elaine Burt and Celia Stearns. Photograph ordered by Tacoma Centennial. (TNT 6-29-69, A-2)

Hagen, Sally; Beauty contestants--Tacoma--1960-1970; Tacoma Centennial (Tacoma); Centennial celebrations--Tacoma; Burt, Elaine; Birge, Julie; Stearns, Celia; Frye, Betty; Wilcox, Doris; Centenari, Sally; Lincoln Bowl (Tacoma);

Centennial Queen. Sally (Mrs. Richard) Hagen waves graciously to the large audience of the historical pageant "By These Waters" on July 2, 1969. She is a passenger in a horse-drawn carriage passing in front of the costumed performers. Mrs. Hagen was chosen Centennial Queen on the evening of June 28, 1969 with a court of six royal princesses. As Centennial Queen, she would appear and participate in many activities associated with the celebration throughout the year including the dedication of Pier 4 and humanitarian visits to the war wounded at Madigan Army Hospital. Photograph ordered by Tacoma Centennial. (TNT 6-29-69, A-2, TNT 7-2-69, A-1) TPL-9647

Hagen, Sally; Beauty contestants--Tacoma--1960-1970; Tacoma Centennial (Tacoma); Centennial celebrations--Tacoma; Carriages & coaches--Tacoma--1960-1970; Coach drivers; Lincoln Bowl (Tacoma);

Shipview of Starporter 40 ton cranes and cargo. At least three massive Starporter 40 ton cranes are in use in June of 1969 at an unidentified port, loading/unloading piles of cargo. These cranes would be able to move shipments easily and quickly. Photograph ordered by Lennen & Newell- Pacific.

Hoisting machinery; Cargo ships; Shipping; Piers & wharves;

Teacher Vella Boyles instructs her students in the fine art of Home Economics at Stadium High School on April 17, 1969. She is shown examining the creation of a woman's suit on a mannequin. Other students are quietly sewing on their Elna sewing machines in the well-lit room. Photograph ordered by Homemaker Supply Co., Portland.

Home economics--Tacoma--1960-1970; Sewing--Tacoma; Sewing machines; Boyles, Vella; Teachers--Tacoma--1960-1970; Students--Tacoma--1960-1970; Stadium High School (Tacoma); Public schools--Tacoma;

Tour of Homes. Each year the Homebuilders Assn. of Greater Tacoma put together a "Tour of Homes" featuring newly built houses constructed by association members. In the fall of 1969, homes in Meridian East, Oakbrook and Beckonridge were available for viewing by potential buyers. The event was heavily publicized with directions and photographs published in the News Tribune. 1969 would be the biggest Fall Tour of Homes in the Homebuilders Assn.'s 20-year history. Open houses for 29 new homes, with prices ranging from $17,000-40,000, would begin on September 28, 1969. The stone-and-wood home with recessed doorway pictured above is an Evergreen State Builders' model, located on the fairway in Oakbrook at 7601 Onyx Dr. S.W. "Tour of Homes" officials Gerry Naulbert, Pete Colbert and Duke Shaub are pictured in front of the home on September 10, 1969. Photograph ordered by the News Tribune. (TNT 9-28-69, B-3; TNT 9-21-69, D-8)

Houses--Lakewood--1960-1970; Model houses--Lakewood;

Boat launching. Posing with a beribboned spray of red roses is Anne (Mrs. John S.) McGowan, who was the sponsor of the new fishing boat, the "Anne M." The "Anne M" was launched on Saturday night, June 14, 1969, at the J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp.'s yard on the City (now Thea Foss) Waterway. The 165-foot tuna seiner was the sister ship of the "Conquest," delivered the previous year. The "Anne M" will fish on behalf of Bumble Bee Seafoods in the Astoria waters. She will be captained by Frank Souza of San Diego. Photograph ordered by J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (TNT 6-16-69, p. 29) TPL-9403

Launchings--Tacoma--1960-1970; Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1960-1970; Fishing boats--Tacoma--1960-1970; McGowan, Anne; Roses--Tacoma; J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (Tacoma);

Post-launching. The "Mary Antoinette" was successfully launched at 4:45 p.m. on October 11, 1969. A small tug is shown guiding the fishing boat in the waters of the City (now Thea Foss) Waterway with the Washington Building with Bank of California large neon sign and Puget Sound National Bank's spire as background. The "Mary Antoinette" was built by J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding for owner and captain John Zolezzi, Jr. of San Diego. Photograph ordered by J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding. (TNT 10-12-69, A-12) TPL-9448

Launchings--Tacoma--1960-1970; Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1960-1970; Fishing boats--Tacoma--1960-1970; Tugboats--Tacoma--1960-1970; J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (Tacoma); Washington Building (Tacoma); Puget Sound National Bank (Tacoma);

Pre-launching. The family of Capt. John Zolezzi, Jr., owner and skipper of the "Mary Antoinette" happily posed for a group portrait standing before the new tuna seiner on October 11, 1969. Mrs. Zolezzi, holding the traditional spray of red roses, was the ship's sponsor. The Zolezzis hailed from the San Diego area. The "Mary Antoinette" was built by local firm J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding. Photograph ordered by the J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. TPL-9449

Launchings--Tacoma--1960-1970; Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1960-1970; Fishing boats--Tacoma--1960-1970; Zolezzi, John; Zolezzi, John--Family; Roses--Tacoma; J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (Tacoma);

Interior of manufactured home. This May 9, 1969, view of a prefabricated home shows the living room with its comfortable stuffed furniture and a portion designated as the dining area. An open wooden lattice-like structure with a small tree and plants nearby helps to bring in a bit of the outdoors; there is also a bushy plant in one corner of the room. An octagon-shaped dining room set is decorated with flowers and wicker plates. Large view windows on opposite walls would provide the wood-framed room with plenty of natural light. Photograph ordered by McMullen Marketing, Bellevue.

Living rooms; Dining rooms; Prefabricated houses;

Interior of manufactured home. This is believed to be the living room of a new pre-built home, possibly in the "Westway" subdivision of Federal Way, in May of 1969. Walls were paneled and carpeting provided throughout the compact living space. An open wooden structure with greenery entwined serves as a border between the living room and the dining area just out of sight. Photograph ordered by McMullen Marketing, Bellevue.

Living rooms; Prefabricated houses;

A truck loaded with logs breaks a path through the Idaho snow in early March of 1969. The logs are believed to be headed for a Potlatch Forests, Inc., mill probably in Lewiston. Photograph ordered by Malcolm McGhie, industrial consultant, New York.

Logs; Lumber industry--Idaho--1960-1970; Trucks--Idaho; Snow--Idaho;

Washington Association for Retarded Children held their annual 3-day state convention beginning on September 26, 1969, at the Tacoma Motor Hotel. The three unidentified young guests pictured above on September 27th were probably high school and/or college students who attended a planning meeting there to form a state youth organization. Photograph ordered by the Washington Association for Retarded Children. (TNT 9-24-69, C-5)

Meetings--Tacoma--1960-1970; Washington Association for Retarded Children; Charitable organizations--Tacoma--1960-1970;

Professional quarterback Joe Willie Namath made a February, 1969, stop at the Stanley Shoe store soon after leading the New York Jets to victory over the Baltimore Colts in Super Bowl III. The Jets were the first American Football league team to defeat their National League counterpart in the Super Bowl. "Broadway Joe" was in town as the featured guest of the 10th annual Washington State Sports Hall of Fame gathering on February 17, 1969. The sold-out event was held at the newly completed Tacoma Mall Theatre where celebrities Namath, San Diego Chargers quarterback John Hadl, actor Hugh O'Brian, Oregon State coach Dee Andros and Olympic swimmer Kaye Hall mingled with hundreds of admirers and autograph seekers. Examining the construction of the dress shoe is believed to be John Hadl, San Diego Chargers and former Kansas collegiate star, who was also invited to the Tacoma Athletic Commission-sponsored event. Mr. Hadl would eventually spend 16 years in the NFL, most of them with San Diego, and be elected to the Pro Bowl six times. Also pictured in discussion with the football stars is Joe Macaluso of Stanley Shoes. ALBUM 9. (TNT 2-17-69, p. 10, 2-18-69, p. 1, 14) TPL-8708

Namath, Joe; Football players--New York; Macaluso, Joe; Shoes;

A newly grown-in Fu Manchu mustache in place in February, 1969, professional quarterback Joe Willie Namath seems to be in earnest discussion with Joe Macaluso over which shoes to purchase at a Stanley's Shoe store soon after leading the New York Jets to Super Bowl victory. The Jets upset the National League's Baltimore Colts 16-7 and were the first American Football League team victors in this annual clash. Namath and actor Hugh O'Brian were the featured guests at the Washington State Sports Hall of Fame show sponsored by the Tacoma Athletic Commission held on February 17, 1969. Holding a dress shoe is believed to be San Diego Chargers quarterback John Hadl, right, who also was a guest at the T.A.C. function. ALBUM 9.

Namath, Joe; Football players--New York; Macaluso, Joe; Shoes;

The art collection of Bruce LeRoy was on display at the Tacoma Art Museum (AKA Allied Arts Center) in July of 1969. Many of the paintings reflected the Pacific Northwest of the past. The primitives in his collection were part of the art museum's Tacoma Centennial Celebration. Mr. LeRoy was associated with the Washington State Historical Society for many years. Photograph ordered by Bruce LeRoy.

Paintings; Tacoma Art Museum (Tacoma); Allied Arts Center (Tacoma); Galleries & museums--Tacoma; LeRoy, Bruce--Associated objects;

The remodeling of Peoples flagship store in downtown Tacoma also included updating the Sportswear section on the second floor. A glimpse into the Sportswear area on May 2, 1969, shows crowded racks of pants on spinners and shirts hung on the wall. Folded casualwear is piled high on convenient shelving. A pair of mannequins dressed in the latest styles are posed adjacent to the Sportwear; a functioning jukebox is plugged in next to them. Photograph ordered by Peoples.

Peoples (Tacoma); Department stores--Tacoma--1960-1970; Mannequins; Jukeboxes;

Even into the late '60s, wigs were frequently advertised and purchased by women desiring a change of hairstyles or to supplement what nature had originally given them. Peoples downtown Tacoma store had extensively remodeled their second floor which included the Wig Boutique. The store had hired expert stylists to offer advice and fittings. This May 2, 1969, photograph shows the wide variety of styles and colors of wigs on sale. Pre-styled human hair wigs, machine-tied, were on sale at the time for $29.95. Wigboxes and styrofoam heads were included to transport the items home. Photograph ordered by Peoples. (TNT ad 4-30-69, B-2)

Peoples (Tacoma); Department stores--Tacoma--1960-1970; Wigs;

October 20, 1969, progress photograph on the construction of the new (National) Bank of Washington plaza at 12th & Pacific Ave. Heavy duty cranes are being employed to position rebar reinforcing columns for the walls of the new floors being built at the site. Once completed, the new bank building will be the tallest structure in Tacoma, passing its neighbor, the Puget Sound National Bank, by several stories. Photograph ordered by Donald M. Drake Co., Portland, general contractor for the project.

Progress photographs; Building construction--Tacoma--1960-1970; Hoisting machinery; National Bank of Washington (Tacoma); Banks--Tacoma;

May 1, 1969, progress photograph. A closer view of the laying of foundation for the new (National) Bank of Washington plaza at 12th & Pacific Ave. These chunks are actually concrete that are five feet thick and will form the footing of the new bank building. Donald M. Drake Co. of Portland was the general contractor of the massive $12 million dollar project that would take nearly two years to complete. Skidmore, Owings & Merrill were the architects. Photograph ordered by the Donald M. Drake Co., Portland.

Progress photographs; Building construction--Tacoma--1960-1970; National Bank of Washington (Tacoma); Banks--Tacoma;

July 21, 1969, progress photograph of new (National) Bank of Washington plaza site at 12th & Pacific Ave. Work on this extensive project continued into the summer months of 1969; it would not be completed and dedicated until January of 1971. Workmen appear to be examining the rebar which will be used in conjunction with reinforced concrete. Photograph ordered by the Donald M. Drake Co., Portland, who were the general contractors.

Progress photographs; Building construction--Tacoma--1960-1970; National Bank of Washington (Tacoma); Banks--Tacoma;

Progress photograph of new construction. Architects Skidmore, Owings & Merrill were responsible for the design of the forthcoming (National) Bank of Washington Plaza which would occupy a block of prime Pacific Avenue territory. The site was being prepared on March 12, 1969, when the above photograph was taken. Various cranes and dirt moving machinery were in use and mounds of debris and dirt were in the process of being removed. The bank building would be dedicated on January 9, 1971, nearly two years after ground was first broken. Donald M. Drake Co. was the contractor working with ABAM Engineers. Photograph ordered by the Donald M. Drake Co., Portland.

Progress photographs; Excavation--Tacoma--1960-1970; Building construction--Tacoma--1960-1970; Hoisting machinery; National Bank of Washington (Tacoma); Banks--Tacoma;

Studio portrait of Mrs. R.L. Ragland. Mrs. Ragland of 3737 Portland Ave. displays a large trophy with a winged figure as she posed for a formal portrait on July 1, 1969. A tiara and dark cloak complete her ensemble. Photograph ordered by Mrs. R.L. Ragland.

Ragland, R.L.--Family; Awards; Crowns;

Russ Dunmire Oldsmobile, general view of agency building from across rain soaked South Tacoma Way. Two men are picketing the dealership at left center in July of 1969. Several 1950s and 60s automobiles, trucks and vans parked at curb. Although this photograph was taken in July, a large sign remained in the dealership's window advertising "Olds Spring Fashion Show." Photograph ordered by General Motors, Portland.

Russ Dunmire Oldsmobile, Inc. (Tacoma); Automobile dealerships--Tacoma--1960-1970; Signs (Notices); Pickets--Tacoma--1960-1970;

Sea trials. The "Cape San Vincent" successfully completed sea trials in mid-June of 1969. The 165-foot tuna seiner had been launched from the J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding yard nearly three months previously on March 20th. Owned by Edward Gann of Southern California, she would be used to fish in the San Pedro area. Photograph ordered by J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. TPL-9400

Ship trials--Tacoma--1960-1970; Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1960-1970; Fishing boats--Tacoma--1960-1970; J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (Tacoma);

Waves smash against the bow of the tuna seiner, "Cape San Vincent," as sea trials were conducted on June 12, 1969. Launched by the J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. on March 20th, she would soon be turned over to her owner, Edward Gann of California. The 165-foot vessel would be used to fish in the San Pedro waters. Photograph ordered by J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. TPL-9401

Ship trials--Tacoma--1960-1970; Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1960-1970; Fishing boats--Tacoma--1960-1970; J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (Tacoma);

A Slead Tonnesen Construction employee gazes out of the open door of his Koehring heavy duty backhoe on July 14, 1969, at a No. 49th & Baltimore excavation worksite. The machine's 4-yard bucket appears suspended in mid-scoop. Slead Tonnesen was a Tacoma utilities contractor. Photograph ordered by Slead Tonnesen.

Slead Tonnesen Construction Co. (Tacoma); Excavation--Tacoma--1960-1970; Machinery; Tracklaying vehicles--Tacoma;

Tacoma Centennial Parade. Representing the Filipino Youth Activities of Seattle, the nation's only Filipino American drill team marched in the June 28, 1969, Tacoma Centennial Parade. Members of the girls' Princesa Drill Team, teenage boys' Cumbancheros, and younger boys' Mandaya wore costumes patterned after the Moro or indigenous tribal dress of the Mindanao in the southern Philippines. Drill commands were issued in seven Filipino dialects besides four other languages.

Tacoma Centennial Parade (Tacoma); Parades & processions--Tacoma--1960-1970; Centennial celebrations--Tacoma; Drill teams;

Tacoma celebrated its 100th anniversary with eight days of fun for the entire family in June of 1969. On June 28th a grand parade travelled down Pacific Avenue. Sitting atop the backseat of a 1960 Pontiac Bonneville convertible Chief Robert "Bob" Satiacum of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians waved to the crowds enjoying the Tacoma Centennial Parade. Chief Satiacum is wearing a headdress; the other man seated next to him is unidentified. Chief Satiacum was an Indian rights activist and an advocate of native treaty fishing rights. He would pass away in 1991 at the age of 62.

Tacoma Centennial Parade (Tacoma); Parades & processions--Tacoma--1960-1970; Centennial celebrations--Tacoma; Satiacum, Robert; Indians of North America--Puyallup; Pontiac automobile;

Tacoma Centennial Parade. One of the outstanding non-float entries on display during the June, 1969, Tacoma Centennial Parade was the Command Module 101 accompanied by the McChord AFB Honor Guard. The Command Module was a spacecraft built for NASA and used for the Apollo program; it would house the crew and equipment necessary for re-entry.

Tacoma Centennial Parade (Tacoma); Parades & processions--Tacoma--1960-1970; Centennial celebrations--Tacoma; Space vehicles;