Opening of Stanley School Playfield. Crowds gather on the playground for dedication ceremonies. Children enjoy the swing sets, teetertotters (seesaws), and large sandbox. Mount Rainier and reservoir are visible in background.

Stanley Field (Tacoma); Sports & recreation facilities--Tacoma--1930-1940; Athletic fields--Tacoma--1930-1940; Playgrounds--Tacoma--1930-1940; Dedications--Tacoma--1930-1940;

The 1938 softball team at Holy Rosary School, 502 So. 30th St., won the city parochial school championship for the second consecutive year. They won 10 of their 12 scheduled games. To get to the top, they defeated St. Leo's 2 times, Visitation 3 times, Sacred Heart 2 times and St. Patricks 3 times. Team members displaying the championship banner, according to the Tacoma Times, are: Front row (l to r): Victor Martineau, Walter Truselo, William Pitzl, Laverne Martineau. Second row: John Zyglewicz, John Gloor, Bernard Hulscher, William McDevitt (captain), Jim Bichsel, Eugene Dugaw. (Note: Bichsel identified by sister 5/22/2000 as second from right.) Third row: Alfred Noll, James Fitzpatrick, Arnold Bondy, and Dick Dolak. (T. Times, 6/4/1938, p. 11).

Holy Rosary School (Tacoma); School children--Tacoma--1930-1940; Awards; Baseball--Tacoma--1930-1940; Religious education--Tacoma--1930-1940; Private schools--Tacoma--1930-1940;

On the evening of June 5, 1938, crowds tied-up traffic for blocks around Union Station and Dock Street to watch the extensive fire at Tacoma Sash and Door Company, 1501-05 Dock Street, and George Scofield Company warehouse, 1543 Dock Street. More than 100 firefighters fought the $125,000 blaze. The fire started from an undetermined cause at the door company around 7:30p.m. in the evening. It quickly spread to the warehouse of the George Scofield Co. and the south lane of the 15th Street Bridge. More than 10 companies and the fire boat responded. The flames roared into the air, attracting thousands of sightseers that hampered fire fighting efforts. The flames ate through high tension power wires plunging downtown into darkness. The firemen fought for two hours, saving the bridge and surrounding buildings. TPL-1473 (T.Times, 6/6/1938, p. 1).

Fires--Tacoma--1930-1940; Fire fighting--Tacoma--1930-1940; Tacoma Sash & Door Co. (Tacoma); George Scofield Co., Inc. (Tacoma); Crowds--Tacoma--1930-1940;

Smoke from Tacoma Sash and Door Company and George Scofield Company warehouse fires can be seen beyond railroad cars and bridge ramp. More than 100 firefighters fought the blaze which caused $125,000 in damage. At the fire's height, it spread to the south lane of the 15th Street Bridge. Firefighters worked for over two hours, saving the bridge and surrounding businesses. (T. Times, 6/6/1938, p. 1)

Fires--Tacoma--1930-1940; Fire fighting--Tacoma--1930-1940; Tacoma Sash & Door Co. (Tacoma); George Scofield Co., Inc. (Tacoma); Crowds--Tacoma--1930-1940;

City Clerk Genevieve Martin administers the oath of office to Public Safety Commissioner Holmes Eastwood at (old) City Hall on June 6, 1938. Mr. Eastwood replaced Frank T. Callender as head of Public Safety; Mr. Callender (not pictured) was present to greet his successor with a handshake. Mr. Eastwood was very dapper in a blue coat, white trousers and white shoes. Mr. Eastwood reportedly brought his own desk and chair to city government, "Should I get kicked out of here, they'll have to kick out my desk and chair, too." One of his first official acts as Safety Commissioner was to give out-of-city motorists a parking break by issuing cards allowing them to park on downtown streets without fear of overtime tickets It would be a means to encourage tourism in the city's core. (T. Times, 6-6-38, p. 14, 6-7-38, p.13)

Eastwood, Holmes; Oaths--Tacoma; Martin, Genevieve; Municipal government--Tacoma;

Newly installed Mayor John C. Siegle, center, stands with his fellow city councilmen on June 6, 1938, in (Old) City Hall. From L-R, Val Fawcett - Finance Commissioner, Holmes Eastwood - Safety Commissioner, Dr. Siegle, Ira Davisson - Public Utilities Commissioner and Abner Bergersen - Public Works Commissioner. Dr. Siegle, a leading dentist in Tacoma, was the city's first native-born mayor. The death of his father when the mayor was only ten caused him to drop out of Tacoma public schools; he later studied privately while becoming a card carrying member of the Machinists Union. He worked his way through Northwestern University and obtained his DDS. Mayor Siegle held many leadership titles in the community including being the Past Exalted Ruler of Tacoma Lodge No. 174, BPOE, past president of the Kiwanis Club, past president of the North End community club and past commander of the Edward B. Rhodes Post No. 2 of the American Legion. His platform urged civic improvement to make Tacoma an ever better city and campaigned for new industry and economic development, especially in the Tideflats. Dr. Siegle passed away on April 12, 1939, of cancer, having served as mayor for less than a year. ALBUM 11. (T.Times 6-6-38, p. 1)

Mayors--Tacoma--1930-1940; Siegle, John C., 1885-1939; Fawcett, Clarence Valdo, 1900-1965; Eastwood, Holmes; Davisson, Ira; Bergersen, Abner R.; Municipal government--Tacoma;

College of Puget Sound graduation exercises. Three students read "The Courier" newspaper while waiting for graduation ceremonies to begin. Declining business conditions in 1938 would make it hard for some graduates to find steady employment immediately on graduation. Of the 82 bachelor's degree candidates, 34 would continue on in graduate studies. (T. Times 6/2/1938, pg. 11; 6/6/1938, pg. 1)

College of Puget Sound (Tacoma)--1930-1940; Graduation ceremonies--Tacoma--1930-1940; Universities & colleges--Tacoma--1930-1940;

College of Puget Sound graduation exercises. Three students adjust their caps and gowns for 1938's pending ceremony held in Jones Hall. The college was celebrating its 50th anniversary. Eighty seven degrees would be awarded at the graduation ceremony. (T. Times 6/6/1938, pg. 1)

College of Puget Sound (Tacoma)--1930-1940; Graduation ceremonies--Tacoma--1930-1940; Universities & colleges--Tacoma--1930-1940; Students--Tacoma--1930-1940;

A wide variety of flower arrangements were sent to City Hall when Mayor John C. Siegle was installed as the city's chief executive on June 6, 1938. The mayor appears to be leaning forward, perhaps in response to a question, when photographed between his two nominees for city posts, William J. Ganz and C. Amos Booth. The floral pieces were transferred from council chambers to Mayor Siegle's private office. Dr. John Charles Siegle was a well-known civic leader and leading dentist before becoming mayor. He was a prime supporter of the city and sought to develop tourism and industry. ALBUM 11. (T.Times 6-6-38, 1, 14).

Mayors--Tacoma--1930-1940; Siegle, John C., 1885-1939; Ganz, William J.; Booth, C. Amos; Flower arrangements;

Following the administering of oaths, Mayor John C. Siegle's name was inscribed on the door of room 303, also the office of C. Amos Booth, Refuse Superintendent. The name of his secretary, William J. Ganz, was also inscribed. Both Mr. Booth and Mr. Ganz were Dr. Siegle's personal appointees. Dr. Siegle's name would remain here only a short time; he died while serving as mayor the following year. ALBUM 11.

Mayors--Tacoma--1930-1940; Siegle, John C., 1885-1939; Signs (Notices);

College of Puget Sound graduation exercises. Three men dressed in caps and gowns stand on the steps of one of the college buildings on graduation day. The man in the center is Dr. Edward Todd, college president. The college was celebrating its 50th anniversary and beginning a capital improvement campaign, geared at enlarging the campus.

College of Puget Sound (Tacoma)--1930-1940; Graduation ceremonies--Tacoma--1930-1940; Universities & colleges--Tacoma--1930-1940; Todd, Edward H., 1863-1951; College presidents--Tacoma;

C. Val Fawcett takes the oath as City Finance Commissioner for the third time from Clerk Genevieve Martin at (old) City Hall on June 6, 1938. Newly installed Mayor John C. Siegle looks on smilingly. Mr. Fawcett would serve multiple terms as finance commissioner for the city. He would go on to become acting mayor during Mayor Harry P. Cain's absence during WWII and then be elected mayor in March, 1946. In 1938, Ms. Martin had already held the position of City Clerk for 16 years. (T.Times, 6-6-38, p. 14)

Fawcett, Clarence Valdo, 1900-1965; Oaths--Tacoma; Mayors--Tacoma--1930-1940; Siegle, John C., 1885-1939; Martin, Genevieve;

Robert Holt, Boy Scout Troop 13. Holt stands beside a Certificate of Commendation from the Boy Scouts of America National Court of Honor for his heroism in saving Joan Bottorf from drowning on August 28, 1937. Robert is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Holt of 902 E. Morton. He is close to becoming an Eagle scout. (T. Times 6/8/1938, pg. 5)

Holt, Robert; Boy Scouts of America, Troop 13 (Tacoma); Awards;

Robert Holt, Boy Scout Troop 13, posed for the Tacoma Times in June of 1938 beside the Certificate of Commendation from the Boy Scouts of America National Court of Honor he received for his heroism in saving Joan Bottorff of Franklin Park, Illinois from drowning in Five Mile Lake on August 28, 1937. He received the certificate formally at the camporee assembly at Camp Kilworth on June 5, 1938. Robert is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Holt of 902 E. Morton St. In 1938 he was close to becoming an Eagle Scout. (T. Times 6/8/1938, pg. 5)

Holt, Robert; Boy Scouts of America, Troop 13 (Tacoma); Awards;

Mayor John C. Siegle and two appointees admire flowers sent for the mayor's swearing in ceremony at (Old) City Hall on June 6, 1938. Blossoms of many varieties decorate the mayor's chambers. Flanking the new mayor are William J. Ganz and C. Amos Booth, the mayor's nominees for Secretary to the Mayor and Superintendent, Refuse Collection division, respectively. The mayor's first official act was to submit to the new council his appointments. They were confirmed during the first session. (T. Times, 6-6-38, p. 14) ALBUM 11.

Mayors--Tacoma--1930-1940; Siegle, John C., 1885-1939; Ganz, William J.; Booth, C. Amos; Flower arrangements;

John C. Siegle held up his right hand as he was sworn in as Mayor on June 6, 1938, by City Clerk Genevieve Martin. Standing by the wall, between them, are Holmes Eastwood, Safety Commissioner, wearing a sports jacket and light colored slacks, and C. Val Fawcett, Finance Commissioner. Dr. Siegle succeeded George A. Smitley as mayor. In Dr. Siegle's address, he pledged his efforts towards securing new industries, helping those already here, and promoting the Narrows Bridge project. Dr. Siegle, a dentist, was the first mayor of Tacoma to be born in Tacoma. He died April 12, 1939 less then one year after taking office. (T. Times, 6-6-38, p. 1, 14)

Mayors--Tacoma--1930-1940; Siegle, John C., 1885-1939; Oaths--Tacoma; Fawcett, Clarence Valdo, 1900-1965; Eastwood, Holmes; Martin, Genevieve;

College of Puget Sound 1938 graduation exercises. Students and families are seated in the auditorium during graduation ceremonies at Jones Hall. The college would be giving 87 degrees at its 50th graduation exercise. The college had stated earlier that pressing business conditions would make it hard for 1938 graduates to find steady employment. Those going into teaching would have the easiest time finding positions; chemistry majors would have the hardest. The college itself was embarking on a 50th anniversary capital improvement program; asking for endowments and enlarging the campus. (T.Times 6/2/1938, pg. 11; 6/6/1938, pg. 1)

College of Puget Sound (Tacoma)--1930-1940; Graduation ceremonies--Tacoma--1930-1940; Universities & colleges--Tacoma--1930-1940;

Public Safety Commissioner Holmes Eastwood, Finance Commissioner Val Fawcett, Mayor John C. Siegle, Public Works Commissioner Abner R. Bergersen and Utilities Commissioner Ira S. Davisson following swearing in ceremony at (Old) City Hall on June 6, 1938. Flowers offering congratulations fill the tables to the rear of the city council. ALBUM 11. (T.Times 6-6-38, p. 14)

Mayors--Tacoma--1930-1940; Municipal government--Tacoma; Eastwood, Holmes; Fawcett, Clarence Valdo, 1900-1965; Bergersen, Abner R.; Davisson, Ira; Siegle, John C., 1885-1939;

Posting big grins, Mayor John C. Siegle (center) and two associates pose next to an impressive array of flowers sent to congratulate the newly sworn-in mayor. Standing next to the new mayor are William J. Ganz and C. Amos Booth, Dr. Siegle's nominees for Secretary to the Mayor and Superintendent, Refuse Collection Division. Both nominees would be approved by the new council. Mr. Ganz, age 32, was active in Dr. Siegle's campaign. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1925. Mr. Booth, age 31, graduated from both Lincoln High School and the College of Puget Sound. He was a past president of the city civil service commission. John Charles Siegle, a dentist by profession, was Tacoma's first native-born mayor. Illness cut short his only term of office; he died in April 12, 1939, ten months after his installation date. (T.Times 6-6-38, p. 14) ALBUM 11.

Mayors--Tacoma--1930-1940; Siegle, John C., 1885-1939; Ganz, William J.; Booth, C. Amos; Flower arrangements;

On June 8, 1938, Lincoln High School bestowed 709 diplomas on its graduating class. The graduates sit on a raised platform; the orchestra sits on the floor. Relatives here to see the ceremony sat on either side.

Students--Tacoma--1930-1940; Graduation ceremonies--Tacoma--1930-1940; Lincoln High School (Tacoma); State Armory (Tacoma);

Lincoln High School Class of 1938 graduation at the Armory. Audience, band and graduates seated under Lincoln banner. (filed with Argentum)

Students--Tacoma--1930-1940; Graduation ceremonies--Tacoma--1930-1940; Lincoln High School (Tacoma); State Armory (Tacoma);

Lincoln High School Class of 1938 graduation at the Armory. A girl is standing at the microphone in front of graduates delivering a speech. (filed with Argentum)

Students--Tacoma--1930-1940; Graduation ceremonies--Tacoma--1930-1940; Lincoln High School (Tacoma); State Armory (Tacoma);

On June 8, 1938, Lincoln High School graduated a record class of 709 at the Armory. The building was filled to capacity, with only parents and relatives of graduates allowed to attend. 1938 was the school's 24th annual graduation. After the graduation exercise, the Armory floor was cleared of chairs to provide room for dancing. (T. Times 6/8/1938, pg. 5; 6/9/1938, pg. 2)

Students--Tacoma--1930-1940; Graduation ceremonies--Tacoma--1930-1940; Lincoln High School (Tacoma); State Armory (Tacoma);

The 1938 graduation exercises for Stadium High School at the Armory. The 1938 graduating class was the largest in the school's history, 667 students. The photograph is taken from the viewpoint of parents and spectators seated in the mezzanine on either side of the graduates. (T. Times 6/10/1938, pg. 24)

Stadium High School (Tacoma)--1930-1940; State Armory (Tacoma); Graduation ceremonies--Tacoma--1930-1940;

1938 Stadium High School graduation at the Armory. The Class of '38 was the largest in the school's history, made up of 667 graduating seniors. Close up of graduates seated on the ground floor of the Armory; piano and floral display in front of them, backdrop on wall behind them. The girls are dressed in long formal dresses with flower corsages and the boys are dressed in suits. Parents and spectators sit on the mezzanine level on the sides, above the graduates. (T. Times 6/10/1938, pg. 24)

Stadium High School (Tacoma)--1930-1940; State Armory (Tacoma); Graduation ceremonies--Tacoma--1930-1940;

On the last day of school in 1938, Grace Blangy (center) and two of her student friends, Shirley Day (left) and Clarabel Stevens stood on the front steps of Grace's home and tossed their school notebooks high into the air. The girls had just finished their sophomore year at Stadium High School, and would be free of school work until September 7th. Grace and her parents lived at 2103 North Anderson. (T.Times, 6/10/1938, p. 1).

Teenagers--Tacoma--1930-1940; Day, Shirley; Blangy, Grace; Stevens, Clarabel; Students--Tacoma--1930-1940;

Charles H. Manley stands next to the hand carved, wooden advertising Indian, known as "Chief Skookum", that stood outside his shop in this photograph from June, 1938. Manley owned a tobacco store at 9th and Pacific for over 50 years. He saw the first horse-drawn streetcar run on Pacific Avenue in 1888. Chief Skookum was a reminder of an earlier time when a proper cigar store was required to have an Indian. The Indian was a symbol of Sir Walter Raleigh and the legend of his first smoke in this country with the Indians. Chief Skookum stood guard on Manley's corner for 58 years. He was sold in 1946 to Seattle collectors for $900. Manley himself died in 1947 at the age of 90.(T. Times 6/10/38, p.15; TNT 1/7/1979)

Manley, Charles H.; Skookum; Charles H. Manley Tobacconist/Cigar Store (Tacoma); Cigar store Indians--Tacoma;

Charles H. Manley stands beside his wood-carved Cigar Store Indian, "Chief Skookum." Manley owned a tobacco store at 9th and Pacific for 50 years. He was born in Constantine, Michigan, in 1857. He became interested in the rolling of cigars and at the age of 12 became an apprentice in Jamestown, New York. He set up his own business at the age of 15. He travelled west, setting up his own businesses in Cleveland, Minneapolis, Livingston, MT. and finally, in the late 1880's, in Tacoma. When Manley and Skookum opened for business, Pacific Avenue was a sea of mud with wood planks in the street and the first horse drawn streetcar had just begun operation. Manley died in 1947 at the age of 90. (T. Times, 6/10/38, p.15; TNT 1/7/1979) (filed with Argentum)

Manley, Charles H.; Skookum; Charles H. Manley Tobacconist/Cigar Store (Tacoma); Cigar store Indians--Tacoma;

The last day of school. After attending classes for nine months, happy Lowell students are ready for summer activities and fun. Lawrence DuCharme, Edwin Wallmark, Carl Hammer, Loretta and Marlene Wallmark (left to right) chum around a toy wagon. (T.Times, 6/10/1938, p. 1)

Children--Tacoma--1930-1940; Wagons; Summer; DuCharme, Lawrence; Wallmark, Edwin; Hammer, Carl; Wallmark, Loretta; Wallmark, Marlene;

On June 11, 1938, the Young Mens Business Club sponsored a gigantic "Last Ride" celebration. Tacoma's last streetcar had been taken out of service in April of 1938 and the cars replaced by city busses. The celebration would mark the passing of Tacoma's street cars. Twenty five cars were being given by the Tacoma Railway & Power Co. to civic organizations to decorate for the big street car parade. The cars would leave 9th & Broadway and 9th and Pacific at 7:30p.m. Saturday night. The parade would be followed by a Gay 90's dance at the Hotel Winthrop. The last car to leave the rails at midnight, #66, was burned at a public bonfire at the Bay Street yards. During the parade, #66 was rigged as a horse car and driven by Tacoma Mayor John Siegle. (T. Times 6/1/1938, pg. 5; 6/8/38, pg. 2)

Mass transit--Tacoma; Cable railroads--Tacoma; Street railroads--Tacoma; Tacoma Railway & Power Co. (Tacoma);