Wendell Willkie, 1940 Republican Presidential nominee and titular head of the party, listens to Governor Arthur Langlie speak at Pierce County Republican Club 1944 Lincoln Day dinner at the Masonic Temple, where Mr. Willkie gave the main address. Governor Langlie had campaigned together with Mr. Willkie during the Indiana attorney's presidential run as he had sought the gubernatorial post. Mr. Willkie's speech was carried nationally over CBS. To accommodate the overwhelming demand for banquet tickets, extra tables were placed behind the head table. The Tacoma Times noted that Republicans were surprised at the large number of Democrats who attended the function. (T. Times, 2-12-44, p. 1) ALBUM 2.

Willkie, Wendell, 1892-1944; Langlie, Arthur B., 1900-1966; Governors; Public speaking--Tacoma--1940-1950; Guests--Tacoma--1940-1950;

Wendell Willkie, 1940 Republican Presidential nominee and titular head of the party, chats with Gov. Arthur Langlie (R) and a past national commander of the American Legion during a Tacoma visit in February, 1944. Mr. Willkie was the guest of honor at the Lincoln Day banquet sponsored by the Pierce County Republican Club. A copy of Maxfield Parrish's "Garden of Allah" hangs somewhat lopsidedly on the wall behind the men. After the banquet, Mr. and Mrs. Willkie were escorted from the Masonic Temple by the Rhodes Post drum and bugle corps. He then addressed Legionnaires at the Edward B. Rhodes Post No. 2. (T. Times, 2-10-44, p. 1, T.Times, 2-12-44, p. 1) ALBUM 2.

Willkie, Wendell, 1892-1944; Langlie, Arthur B., 1900-1966; Governors; Patriotic societies--Tacoma--1940-1950; Paintings;

Wendell Willkie, 1940 Republican Presidential nominee and titular head of the party, chats with Gov. Arthur Langlie and American Legion members during a Tacoma visit. Maxfield Parrish's "Garden of Allah" hangs somewhat lopsidedly on the wall. Mr. Willkie had been invited to attend the Pierce County Republican Club's Lincoln Day dinner at the Masonic Temple on February 11, 1944. The banquet was sold-out and accommodations needed to be made for the overflow crowd. After the dinner Mr. Willkie was driven to the Edward B. Rhodes Post #2, American Legion, and gave a talk there. (T. Times, 2-10-44, p. 1, T. Times, 2-12-44, p. 1))

Willkie, Wendell, 1892-1944; Langlie, Arthur B., 1900-1966; Governors; Patriotic societies--Tacoma--1940-1950; Paintings;

On February 11, 1944, Ralph Chaplin (far left), the editor of the Tacoma Labor Advocate and author of the labor anthem "Solidarity Forever," was the Master of Ceremonies at the Pierce County Republican Club's Lincoln Day dinner at the Masonic Temple. Wendell Willkie, the 1940 Republican candidate for President, was the keynote speaker at the event. Seated are: (l to r) Governor Arthur Langlie and Mr. Willkie. Thousands flocked to hear Mr. Willkie including, to the surprise of the Republicans, many Democrats. Although Mr. Wilkie had campaigned against the New Deal, he was a former Democrat and held liberal progressive views that put him at odds with the leadership of the Republican Party. The Republicans backed Thomas Dewey against Roosevelt in the 1944 general election. Having survived several heart attacks, Mr. Wilkie died on October 8, 1944 at the age of 52. (T.Times, 2-12-44, p. 1)

Willkie, Wendell, 1892-1944; Langlie, Arthur B., 1900-1966; Governors; Chaplin, Ralph; Public speaking--Tacoma;

Wendell Willkie, 1940 Republican Presidential nominee and titular head of the party, and Governor Arthur Langlie are present at the Pierce County Republican Club 1944 Lincoln Day dinner. It was held at the Masonic Temple where Mr. Willkie gave the main address. Governor Langlie formally introduced Mr. Willkie to the large gathering. Mr. Willkie had arrived that day via automobile from Seattle and was to travel onto Portland that night at the conclusion of his Tacoma visit. (T. Times, 2-10-44, p. 1, T. Times, 2-12-44, p. 1))

Willkie, Wendell, 1892-1944; Langlie, Arthur B., 1900-1966; Governors;

1940 Republican Presidential candidate Wendell Willkie addresses Pierce County Republican Club's Lincoln Day dinner at the Masonic Temple on February 11, 1944. Governor Arthur Langlie looks on. This was not Mr. Willkie's first trip to Tacoma; he made a brief stop here in 1940 while on a campaign swing through the Pacific Northwest. At that time he was only able to stay approximately an hour. (T .Times, 2-12-44, p. 1)

Willkie, Wendell, 1892-1944; Guests--Tacoma--1940-1950; Public speaking--Tacoma--1940-1950; Langlie, Arthur B., 1900-1966; Governors;

Wendell Willkie is flanked by Ralph Chaplin (L), editor of the Tacoma Labor Advocate, and Governor Arthur B. Langlie (R) on February 11, 1944, at the Masonic Temple. Mr. Willkie, the 1940 Republican presidential candidate, and his wife had motored down to Tacoma from Seattle to attend the Pierce County Republican Club's Lincoln Day dinner where he spoke to thousands in attendance. His main speech was broadcast nationally over the Columbia network and he also spoke informally for a short time; all speeches were heard simultaneously via the public address system to all locations in the Temple. Mr. Chapin served as master of ceremonies; Governor Langlie had the honor of introducing Mr. Wilkie. (T.Times, 2-10-44, p. 1, T. Times, 2-12-44, p. 1) ALBUM 2.

Willkie, Wendell, 1892-1944; Chaplin, Ralph; Langlie, Arthur B., 1900-1966; Governors;

Portrait of Wendell Willkie, 1940 Republican Presidential nominee and titular head of the party, at the office of the Tacoma Times newspaper. Mr. Willkie was in Tacoma to address Pierce County Republican Club's 1944 Lincoln Day dinner at the Masonic Temple. The dinner itself was sold-out but his supporters were able to obtain tickets to listen to him give the main address. Mr. Willkie, an attorney and utilities executive, was originally from Indiana. Although he lost the 1940 election to Franklin D. Roosevelt by a wide margin in electoral votes, the difference in popular votes was quite slim, only five million separating the two. He once again sought the Republican nomination in 1944 but his more liberal views failed to win him the support of his party. He apparently did not endorse the eventual Republican nominee, Thomas Dewey. Wendell Willkie died later in 1944, on October 6, at the age of 52 of heart failure. (T.Times, 2-12-44, p. 1)

Willkie, Wendell, 1892-1944;

Pierce County Prosecutor Thor Tollefson, on left in photo, shakes hands with Eric A. Johnston of Spokane, president of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, during a Republican banquet in Tacoma. 1500 Republicans attended the gigantic banquet at the Masonic Temple Fellowship Hall which opened the 1944 campaign for Pierce County Republicans. Prosecuting Attorney Tollefson had the honor of introducing Mr. Johnston who gave a rousing speech. Mr. Tollefson would run for a Congressional seat in 1946, defeating incumbent Democrat John Coffee, and hold that seat for the following eight Congresses. Mr. Johnston would serve four terms as head of the C & C and later hold the office of president of the Motion Picture Association of America for 18 years. (TNT 11-13-43, p. 1) ALBUM 4.

Tollefson, Thor C., 1901-1982; Johnston, Eric A.;

Lord Halifax, British Ambassador to the United States, Lady Halifax and son, Lt. Richard Wood, are greeted at the College of Puget Sound in July of 1943. Lt. Wood lost both legs at battle of El Alamein in Egypt, where his older brother was killed.

Visits of state--Tacoma; Halifax, Edward Frederick Lindley Wood, 1st earl of; Wood, Richard Frederick; Nobility--England; College of Puget Sound (Tacoma)--1940-1950;

Lord Halifax, British Ambassador to the United States received an honorary Doctorate of Laws from the College of Puget Sound (now UPS) on July 22, 1943. The degree was conferred by fellow Oxford alumnus and president of the college, Dr. R. Franklin Thompson (L) . Participating in the ceremony were Dean John D. Regester (R) and State Supreme Court Justice William J. Millard who is attaching the academic hood. Lord Halifax had a Doctorate in Science from the University of Glasgow and a Master of Arts from Cambridge. He had tutored and lectured at Cambridge before becoming a member of Parliament. Edward Frederick Lindley Wood, the 3rd Viscount of Halifax, was the British ambassador to the United States from 1940-1946. He was created an earl in 1944. His many offices and honors included viceroy of India, Knight of the Order of the Garter,privy councillor, secretary of war and foreign secretary. (T.Times, 6-30-43, p. 18, T. Times 7-22-43, p. 1, TNT 7-22-43, p. 1)

Visits of state--Tacoma; Halifax, Edward Frederick Lindley Wood, 1st earl of; Rites & ceremonies--Tacoma--1940-1950; Thompson, R. Franklin, 1908-1999; Regester, John D.; Millard, William J.;

Lord Halifax, British Ambassador to the United States, at the College of Puget Sound (now UPS) to receive a honorary Doctorate of Laws. Jones Hall, the Main campus building, is in the background. He appears to be deep in conversation with State Supreme Court Justice William J. Millard. Between them is Dr. Paul R. Fossum. After lunching at Kittredge Hall, Lord Halifax and his party were scheduled to visit the British American War Relief work center on So. 11th St., and then speed on to the Boeing plant. (TNT 7-21-43, p. 1, TNT 7-22-43, p. 1) ALBUM 3.

Visits of state--Tacoma; Halifax, Edward Frederick Lindley Wood, 1st earl of; Nobility--England; Millard, William J.; Fossum, Paul R.;

Close-up of Lord Halifax, British Ambassador to the United States, during his press conference at the Winthrop Hotel. Halifax spoke of his affection for America and of the great job being done by war workers. Impeccably attired in a slate-gray suit, black tie and loganberry-colored handkerchief, the ambassador smoked a briar pipe during his conference. His primary reason for being in Tacoma was to accept an honorary degree at the College of Puget Sound later that day but he also was scheduled to take an extensive tour of the Seattle-Tacoma Shipyards to view escort aircraft carriers being constructed. (T.Times, 7-22-43, TNT 7-21-43, p. 1, TNT 7-22-43, p. 1) ALBUM 3.

Visits of state--Tacoma; Halifax, Edward Frederick Lindley Wood, 1st earl of; Nobility--England;

Major Harry P. Cain, in soiled fatigues and pith helmet, gestures at Sea-Tac Airport after arriving home in August, 1943, for a final leave before shipping out for the European theater of Operations. Major Cain took a leave of absence from his job as Tacoma's mayor; Commissioner C. Val Fawcett was named Acting Mayor. He would resume his mayoral duties in 1945. (T. Times) ALBUM 13.

Mayors--Tacoma--1940-1950; Cain, Harry P., 1906-1979;

Butchers Convention at Hotel Winthrop. Governor Arthur B. Langlie speaking from head table where a number of men are seated. As governor, Mr. Langlie was invited to many functions where he was expected to speak before designated audiences.

Governors; Langlie, Arthur B., 1900-1966; Public speaking--Tacoma--1940-1950;

Butchers Convention at Hotel Winthrop. Governor and Mrs. Arthur B. Langlie pose with conference attendees on June 8, 1943. The Winthrop was the site of many conventions during its existence due to its spacious facilities and prime location downtown.

Governors; Langlie, Arthur B., 1900-1966; Langlie, Evelyn; Meetings--Tacoma--1940-1950;

Governor Arthur B. Langlie and his wife Evelyn with an unidentified man during the Butcher's Convention at the Hotel Winthrop. ALBUM 10.

Governors; Langlie, Arthur B., 1900-1966; Langlie, Evelyn;

Governor Arthur B. Langlie and wife Evelyn in pleasant conversation with an unidentified man during the Butcher's Convention at the Hotel Winthrop. Governor Langlie delivered an address at the gathering on June 8, 1943.

Governors; Langlie, Arthur B., 1900-1966; Langlie, Evelyn;

Butchers Convention at Hotel Winthrop in June, 1943. Governor Arthur B. Langlie sharing smiles with an unidentified man. Mr. Langlie served as governor from 1941-45 and then from 1949-57. Originally from Minnesota, he was elected as mayor of Seattle twice.

Governors; Langlie, Arthur B., 1900-1966;

Mrs. H. Weeks was one of many people to speak out in favor of dogs at the council hearing on April 7, 1943 discussing an ordinance requiring them to be fenced or chained up. She stated that she lived in a "doggy neighborhood," but the dogs did not harm her garden. She favored keeping the children of war workers with their dogs for company and protection. (TTimes, 4/8/1943, pg. 11)

Municipal government--Tacoma; Legislative hearings--Tacoma;

It was standing room only in the Council Chambers on April 7, 1943 as Victory gardeners and dog lovers squared off against one another in a hearing over a proposed ordinance. The ordinance would prevent dogs from running at large any time day or night. The dogs would need to be fenced or chained to prevent them from destroying gardens. The dog ordinance was later "tabled indefinitely" in the Council and a heftier fine for unlicensed loose dogs was substituted. (TNT 3/7/1943, pg. 1)

Municipal government--Tacoma; Crowds; Overcrowding; Legislative hearings--Tacoma;

City Finance Commissioner and Acting Mayor Val Fawcett poses with V.F.W. Auxlliary Ladies for a Poppy Sale publicity photo in front of (Old) City Hall. The proceeds from the sale of the tiny red flowers go to support veterans' programs. (T. Times) ALBUM 14.

Mayors--Tacoma--1940-1950; Fawcett, Clarence Valdo, 1900-1965; Fund raising--Tacoma--1940-1950; Patriotic societies--Tacoma--1940-1950; Veterans organizations--Tacoma--1940-1950;

Tacoma Mayor Harry Cain was one of 28 persons gathered for a special breakfast the morning of May 6, 1943 at the Tacoma Hotel. The group had gathered to meet Brigadier William Parker, of New York City, national director of the USO- Salvation Army. Brig. Parker was travelling around the country with his wife visiting USO operations and would be in Tacoma a short time. (T. Times 5/6/1943, pg. 20)

Mayors--Tacoma--1940-1950; Cain, Harry P., 1906-1979; Tacoma Hotel (Tacoma); Salvation Army (Tacoma); United Service Organizations (Tacoma); Parker, William;

Tacoma Mayor Harry Cain was one of 28 persons gathered for a special breakfast the morning of May 6, 1943 at the Tacoma Hotel. The group had gathered to meet Brigadier William Parker, of New York City, national director of the USO- Salvation Army. Brig. Parker was travelling around the country with his wife visiting USO operations and would be in Tacoma a short time. (T. Times 5/6/1943, pg. 20)

Mayors--Tacoma--1940-1950; Cain, Harry P., 1906-1979; Tacoma Hotel (Tacoma); Salvation Army (Tacoma); United Service Organizations (Tacoma); Parker, William;

Mayor Harry P. Cain at a March 21, 1943 Civil Defense drill, standing beside the Fire Station on Tacoma Avenue South. Fawcett Avenue appears in background. The man in the double breasted suit next to Mayor Cain is believed to be Fire Chief Emory Whitaker. ALBUM 13.

Mayors--Tacoma--1940-1950; Cain, Harry P., 1906-1979; Fire stations--Tacoma--1940-1950; World War, 1939-1945--Civil defense--Tacoma;

Mayor Harry P. Cain with three companions standing beside the Tacoma Civilian Defense Headquarters on Tacoma Avenue South during a March 21, 1943 Civil Defense drill. The men are believed to be, left to right, Police Chief Tom Ross, unidentified man, Mayor Cain and Fire Chief Emory Whitaker. Fawcett Avenue appears in background. ALBUM 13.

Mayors--Tacoma--1940-1950; Cain, Harry P., 1906-1979; Fire stations--Tacoma--1940-1950; Bicycles & tricycles--Tacoma--1940-1950; World War, 1939-1945--Civil defense--Tacoma;

An overflow crowd jammed into the Council Chambers on April 16, 1943 to hear the arguments for, and against, Mayor Cain's proposed pinball ordinance, while even more people waited outside. The biggest crowd to gather at this location in 25 years discussed the issue for two hours. Those against felt the machines should be abolished. Others felt they should be watched more closely, taxed and the money used to keep children away from the machines. When the ordinance came before the City Council a few days later, it was voted down 4-1, with Mayor Cain being the only yes vote. (Times 4/16/1943, pg. 3-picture; TNT 4/16/1943, pg. 1)

Legislative hearings--Tacoma; Crowds; Overcrowding; Municipal government;

Community Chest; U.S.O. Open House program. Governor Arthur B. Langlie cuts a small cake with one large candle under the watchful eye of Maj. Gen. Charles H. White and Tacoma Mayor Harry P. Cain. The cake is in honor of the one year anniversary of the opening of the USO Clubs at South Park, 4851 So. Tacoma Way, and 13th & Fawcett, 415 So. 13th. An Open House is being held at all four USO Clubs in Tacoma as part of the celebration. (T. Times)

Langlie, Arthur B., 1900-1966; Cain, Harry P., 1906-1979; USO clubs (Tacoma)--1940-1950; World War, 1939-1945--Social aspects--Tacoma; White, Charles H.; Cakes; Anniversaries--Tacoma--1940-1950;

Mayor Harry P. Cain welcomes guests to one of Tacoma's USO Clubs as part of the one year anniversary of the opening of two of the clubs on February 7, 1943. Guests of honor Governor Arthur Langlie and Maj. Gen. Charles H. White stand in front of the fireplace.

Langlie, Arthur B., 1900-1966; Cain, Harry P., 1906-1979; USO clubs (Tacoma)--1940-1950; World War, 1939-1945--Social aspects--Tacoma; White, Charles H.; Anniversaries--Tacoma--1940-1950;

Governor Arthur Langlie addresses a crowd at the Community Chest U.S.O. Open House on February 7, 1943. The Open House was to celebrate the one year anniversary of the clubs at South Park, 4851 South Tacoma Wy, and 13th & Pacific,1221-23 Pacific Ave.

Langlie, Arthur B., 1900-1966; Cain, Harry P., 1906-1979; USO clubs (Tacoma)--1940-1950; World War, 1939-1945--Social aspects--Tacoma; White, Charles H.;