Dignitaries attending Pacific Lutheran University graduation ceremonies on June 1, 1969. Dr. Lloyd Averill, second from left, was the commencement speaker. He was the sociology professor at Ottawa & Baker universities and Park College in Kansas. Dr. Averill addressed the 3,500 present on romanticism and the radicals. Standing at the extreme left is the Rev. John Larsgaard, who was the campus chaplain for 11 years. He was leaving the school to pursue graduate studies. The other two men were not positively identified. Photograph ordered by Pacific Lutheran University. (TNT 6-2-69, p. 10)

Graduation ceremonies--Parkland; Pacific Lutheran University (Parkland)--1960-1970; Averill, Lloyd; Larsgaard, John; Clergy--Parkland;

The Berkline Corporation was one of the sponsors of the Junior Achievement award for Father of the Year. The recipient in 1969 was Frank Gurtner, one of the gentlemen above in the Peoples furniture section. The Berkline Corporation manufactured Naugahyde recliners which had the rich appearance of leather and were easy to clean. Photograph ordered by Peoples.

Gurtner, Frank; Chairs; Peoples (Tacoma); Department stores--Tacoma--1960-1970;

Starporter 40 ton crane. The dock at this unidentified port is loaded with containers waiting to be either removed or placed onto waiting cargo ships with the use of multiple Starporter 40 ton cranes in June of 1969. Some of the containers have been marked "Belgian Line." Photograph ordered by Lennen & Newell- Pacific.

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

Another in a series of home economics photographs featuring Elna sewing machines. Girls at Stadium High School are busy during the morning home economics class conducted by Vella Boyles at Stadium High School on April 17, 1969. The brightly lit room was well equipped with many Elna sewing machines, enough so that each student present had a machine to herself. Elna, a Swiss company established in 1940, was well known for its compact sewing machines. Photograph ordered by Homemaker Supply Co., Portland.

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

This Midway-area residential community would soon be receiving the benefits of a new sewer project in February of 1969. An employee of Wilson Construction Co., based in University Place, kneels next to a child's blackboard with pertinent job information. Photograph ordered by Wilson Construction Co.

Houses--1960-1970; Sewers; Wilson Construction Co. (University Place); Blackboards; Signs (Notices);

Exterior view of the Beckonridge Country Apartments. Those contemplating residing in the Beckonridge could stop by the manager's unit in May of 1969. The homes were artfully designed of wood to blend in with the prevailing trees. Carports were provided for this University Place development. The Beckonridge Country Apartments were celebrating a grand opening in late May of 1969. Located at 52nd & Bristonwood in the Beckonridge community of University Place, the 1-2 bedroom apartments were constructed by Fister Construction of Fircrest. In keeping with the natural setting, all utilities were underground and the units were equipped with all-electric appliances. Photograph ordered by Fister Construction. (TNT- Ad 5-23-69, A-4; TNT- Ad 5-25-69, A-13)

Housing developments--University Place--1960-1970; Beckonridge Country Apartments (University Place);

Walter Kelly points out to Stebner's vice-president, Adolph Stebner, the merits of Bigelow carpeting on May 8, 1969. Mr. Kelly was the sales manager of Bigelow-Sanford, whose carpeting was on display at Stebner's in the Tacoma Mall. It had come highly recommended by Sunset Magazine. Stebner's offered furniture, floor coverings and draperies for the discerning buyer. Photograph ordered by Sunset Magazine, Seattle. TPL-10145

Kelly, Walter; Stebner, Adolph; Floor coverings;

Boat launching. The "Anna Maria, " built by Tacoma Boatbuilding, photographed in pre-launch status on September 20, 1969. At 191-feet, the steel-hulled "Anna Maria" was the largest vessel of its type built at that time. She would have a frozen fish capacity of 1100-ton. Captain Roland Virissimo of San Diego would be her skipper. After the 1:30 p.m. launching from the Tacoma Boat plant 2 in the Port Industrial Yard, a reception would be held at Tacoma Boat's new plant at 1840 Marine View Dr. Color photograph ordered by Tacoma Boatbuilding. (TNT 3-19-69, D-5; TNT 3-21-69, A-10) TPL-9408 B&W

Launchings--Tacoma--1960-1970; Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1960-1970; Fishing boats--Tacoma--1960-1970; Tacoma Boat Building Co., Inc. (Tacoma);

Boat launching. The "Anna Maria" was successfully launched in the early afternoon of September 20, 1969. She is being maneuvered into Commencement Bay by three tugs. The contrast in size is readily apparent; the "Anna Maria," at 191 feet, was the largest tuna boat yet built and had a 1100-ton frozen fish capacity. Capt. Roland Virissimo would operate the vessel built by Tacoma Boat from the San Diego area. Photograph ordered by Tacoma Boatbuilding. (TNT 3-19-69, D-5; TNT 3-21-69, A-10) TPL-9407

Launchings--Tacoma--1960-1970; Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1960-1970; Fishing boats--Tacoma--1960-1970; Tugboats--Tacoma--1960-1970; Tacoma Boat Building Co., Inc. (Tacoma);

The LeRoy Collection on display at the Tacoma Art Museum in July of 1969. Bruce LeRoy, secretary of the Washington State Historical Society, loaned his collection of fine art to the Tacoma Art Museum. Small ceiling spotlights focused on the art on the wood panel walls. The Tacoma Art Museum, also known then as the Allied Arts Center, was located in the old Public Safety Bldg. Photograph ordered by Bruce LeRoy.

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

The congregation of the First Presbyterian Church honored their pastor, Dr. Albert J. Lindsey, with a large plaque in appreciation for his 20 years of service to the church. Church elder H.A. Briggs (r in photo) presented Pastor and Mrs. Lindsey with the plaque. Mr. Briggs had arranged in June of 1949 for Dr. Lindsey, then a Detroit minister, to come to Tacoma to hold a Bible conference and to preach a sermon. He was installed as pastor later that month. Dr. and Mrs. Lindsey were feted at a surprise reception in the church's courtyard following morning service on July 27, 1969. Photograph ordered by the First Presbyterian Church. (TNT 8-1-69, B-2)

Lindsey, Albert J.; Clergy--Tacoma--1960-1970; Lindsey, Bernice; First Presbyterian Church (Tacoma); Briggs, H.A.; Plaques--Tacoma;

Remodeling - Peoples. By the spring of 1969, the second floor of Peoples department store in downtown Tacoma had undergone extensive remodeling. In this May 2, 1969, photograph, mannequins strike a jaunty pose while wearing the latest fashions. Hemlines were still well above the knee and patterns bold and splashed with color. The dresses would be suitable for everyday college or office wear. Peoples was having a spectacular spring sale at the time; stylish dresses could be purchased for as little as $13. Photograph ordered by Peoples.

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