Oral history interview with Charles Walker by Michelle F. Treat conducted 04/24/1991. Long-time resident Charles Walker reflects back on thirty years of Hilltop history and describes the areas shifting demographics during the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. A retired businessman, Walker focuses in particular on the K Street Business District and the local economic impact of the 1970s recession. He also comments on his work with the Tacoma Urban League, the Black Businessmen's Association, and the Now, Mr. Lincoln program.

Bryan Johnson from Lister Elementary School introduces a film he made in 2003 with his 5th grade students.

Oral history interview of Mary Sudar conducted by dindria barrow on January 21, 2023, as part of the Archiving North End Communities event located at the Wheelock library branch.

The following description is written from Vanya Poulsen:

Who is in the photograph?
Mother ran the board, help serve individuals w/ mental illness/PTSD

What memory is contained in this photo?
Family history of group home
-Lasted over 50 years

Photo description from Vanna Sing:

When taken: 1980s and 2000s
Where taken: Eastside, Salishan
What memory is contained in these photos? Vanna Sing's childhood in Salishan and Eastside; Growing up in Salishan, spiritual healing. 43 year old survivor from the country of Cambodia. Roots are from SE Asia, Cambodia, Thai, and Laos. Our family escaped the Khmer Rouge in 1978 In July 1979, we entered United States. Our sponsors were from Mineral Wells, Texas. Trying to adapt to the American culture was a struggle. Through the word of mouth, Tacoma, Washington was the place to be. 15 families migrated to Tacoma, WA. We first arrived in Hilltop, Tacoma, around St. Joseph hospital area. We spent a year here. Tacoma Housing Authority supported refugees by providing rental assistance. Department of Social and Healthy Services gave us TANF, food stamp, and medical.

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South Tacoma Swamp

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07/27/1950 Story-
Balloon Ascension in South Tacoma - 50 years ago balloon ascension in South Tacoma were a Sunday afternoon attraction. In the picture shown above the balloon is about to take off with the balloonist and is being held by the spectators to get the last ounce of gas. The picture was taken between Warner and Birmingham Streets near 52nd. Pioneers in the district will remember the stunt was not too successful as the gas often burned up the balloon.

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South Tacoma Park

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South Tacoma Industrial Center c. 1927

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South Tacoma

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Laura Clark - I do not think this is South Tacoma Way

Six people stand outside of a store in South Tacoma.

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Manville's Market, South Tacoma

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Ed Garceau & Son Dry Goods, South Tacoma

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A street in South Tacoma shows three businesses. From left to right: Moctezuma Restaurant, South End Meats and Kelly Furniture Co.

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A newer public drinking fountain stands along side a street.

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Tommy Yau
Photograph by Bob Rudsit

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Pat Baesman
Photograph by Bob Rudsit

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Kelly Furniture Co., South Tacoma