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D184974-B

ca. 1980. Mayor Mike Parker posed with a large group of women in his office circa 1980. Most are wearing dark blazers with name tags. ALBUM 14.


Parker, Michael; Mayors--Tacoma--1970-1980;

D184974-D

ca. 1980. Mayor Mike Parker listens to several visitors to the mayor's office circa 1980. They included Ms. Downtown Tacoma in gray jacket. ALBUM 14.


Parker, Michael; Mayors--Tacoma--1970-1980;

D184974-E

ca. 1980. The mayor's office is full of female visitors circa 1980 including Ms. Downtown Tacoma (to the mayor's right). Mike Parker had been elected mayor of Tacoma in November of 1977 and was the youngest mayor to serve under Tacoma's current charter form of government. ALBUM 14.


Parker, Michael; Mayors--Tacoma--1970-1980;

D169857-2

Unidentified plant exterior was photographed in December of 1979. This may be a refinery. Photograph ordered by Dorr Oliver.


Industrial facilities;

D169578-4

Rodeo queen and princesses. Queen Shiela Baskett (center) is flanked by princesses Lori Ackey (L) and Gayle Matthews in a June 22, 1979, studio portrait. The three young ladies in cowboy hats would be participating in the upcoming Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association Pro Rodeo, to be held at Lincoln Bowl on July 7th & 8th. The rodeo, sponsored by the Tacoma Athletic Association, was believed to be Tacoma's first pro rodeo. Photograph ordered by the Tacoma Athletic Association. (TNT ad 7-5-79, A-15)


Group portraits; Cowboy hats; Women--Clothing & dress--Tacoma--1970-1980; Baskett, Shiela; Matthews, Gayle; Ackey, Lori;

D169578-6

Frank Watkins posed for a studio portrait in June of 1979. He is dressed in Western attire including a cowboy hat. Mr. Watkins, a Tacoma Athletic Commission board member, was the chairman of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association Pro Rodeo event, held at Lincoln Bowl on July 7th & 8th. This was believed to have been Tacoma's first professional rodeo. Frank Watkins had had previous experience in rodeos as he was a former member of the Phoenix, Arizona Jaycee Rodeo Committee. Photograph ordered by the Tacoma Athletic Commission. (TNT 7-2-79, C-15-article on rodeo)


Watkins, Frank; Cowboy hats; Men--Clothing & dress--Tacoma--1970-1980;

D169494-1

Studio portrait of "The Fonics." The six-person group of musicians would be appearing at the Great Wall of China, 3121 South 38th St., from June 4th-30th, 1979. Performances would run Monday through Saturday, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., with no cover charge. (TNT Ad 6-1-79, TGIF section)


Group portraits; Musicians--Tacoma--1970-1980;

D169456-12C

1979 Daffodil Parade. Downtown Tacoma Association's entry in the 1979 Puyallup Valley Daffodil Festival Parade consisted of a gathering of "superheroes," in various costumes. According to Richards Studio notes, they were (not all shown in photograph): Cliff Cook as Superman, Ms. Downtown Tacoma Joan Cook as Lois Lane, Dale Holden as Superwoman, Bruce Meyer as The Flash, Patty Richardson as Wonderwoman, Rohn Burgess as Zorro, Jim Wilhelmi, Jr. as Clark Kent, Chris Salatino as Isis, Skip Warren as Aquaman, Denise Robb as Batwoman, Duane Lindoff as Batman, Connie Buchanan as Jana, Donna Burgess as Catwoman and Jeff Lovely as Robin. "Superfriends in Super City" won the Commissioners' Trophy for best commercial float. (TNT 4-8-79, AA-2-article)


Puyallup Valley Daffodil Festival Parade (1979 : Tacoma); Parades & processions--Tacoma--1970-1980; Floats (Parades)--Tacoma--1970-1980;

D169375-21

Bathroom in model home. "Panorama One" was Crest Builders' entry for the 1979 Tacoma Home Show. This is a view of the luxurious bathroom believed to be part of the master bedroom in the 4,800 square foot home. The bathtub and tiled shower were separated with an abundance of foliage adjoining the tub. A handy portable towel rack was set next to the tub. Ceiling skylights and etched leaded glass accented the large bathroom. The master bath also contained walk-in closets, a linen closet, separate vanities and a Jacuzzi. Thick carpeting covered the floor. "Panorama One" was the largest model home of the three constructed for the Home Show. It was located in the Summerset subdivision overlooking the Narrows in Northwest Tacoma. Photograph ordered by the Homebuilders Association of Greater Tacoma. (TNT 3-18-79, Home Show insert, p. 21-article)


Model houses--Tacoma--1970-1980; Bathrooms--Tacoma--1970-1980; Bathtubs & showers--Tacoma--1970-1980;

D169375-1

Model home. This affordable four bedroom rambler, the "Suburbanite," was built by the S.L. Rowland Co. and was featured as one of the three model homes displayed on permanent sites for the 33rd annual Tacoma Home Show. Each year Homebuilders Association of Greater Tacoma members, sponsors of the Home Show, would build two or more model homes in time for the spring Home Show, thus allowing potential home buyers to check out the newest trends in the field. This particular home was nestled among large firs and madronas in Spanaway. The covered, recessed porch welcomed all to the 1,730 square foot, fully insulated home. It was equipped with an electric forced-air heating system, almond colored appliances and an abundance of cabinets. The interiors were spacious and well designed. Photograph ordered by the Homebuilders Association of Greater Tacoma. (TNT 3-18-79, Home Show insert, p. 27)


Model houses--Spanaway--1970-1980; Greater Tacoma Home Show (Tacoma);

D169239-7

Studio portrait of a boxer. This young man in stocking feet is poised to make a run in the annual Golden Gloves amateur boxing tournament coming up in early February of 1979 at the University of Puget Sound Fieldhouse. The tournament had been sponsored by the Tacoma Athletic Commission since 1949. A close-up of the boxer is D169239, image 5. Photograph ordered by Tacoma Athletic Commission.


Boxing--Tacoma--1970-1980; Boxers (Sports)--Tacoma--1970-1980; Tacoma Athletic Commission (Tacoma);

D169239-1

Well-known boxing coach Joe Clough (seated) poses with Tacoma Athletic Commission member Scotty Weinstone in early January of 1979. The T.A.C. would once again be hosting the annual Golden Gloves amateur boxing tournament the following month. Mr. Clough had been associated for many years with the Tacoma Boys Club where he coached Olympic gold medalist Sugar Ray Seales. He was now coaching the Olympic Boxing Academy of Bremerton. Photograph ordered by the Tacoma Athletic Commission. (Additional information provided by a reader)


Clough, Joe; Boxing--Tacoma--1970-1980; Tacoma Athletic Commission (Tacoma); Weinstone, Scotty;

D169239-5

Studio portrait of a boxer. Roger McCane has his gloved fists up in a traditional boxing pose when photographed in early January of 1979. He would be participating in the Tacoma Athletic Commission's annual Golden Gloves amateur boxing tournament to be held on February 3, 1979, at the University of Puget Sound Fieldhouse. Photograph ordered by Tacoma Athletic Commission. (Additional information provided by a reader)


Boxing--Tacoma--1970-1980; Boxers (Sports)--Tacoma--1970-1980; McCane, Roger;

D169196-9

Exterior view of the Tom La Crosse Dairy, believed to be on 224th St. in Graham. A sign is attached to a flagpole in front of the company's offices. Photograph ordered by I.D., Inc., Portland.


Tom La Crosse Dairy (Graham); Dairy products industry--Graham; Industrial facilities--Graham; Signs (Notices); Flagpoles--Graham; Flags--United States;

D169207-8

This is believed to be the City (now Thea Foss) Waterway as seen in mid-December of 1978. A barge appears to be under construction. Portions of Tacoma's skyline in the background include Old City Hall and the Medical Arts Building, soon to become the City's new Municipal Building. Photograph ordered by National Blower & Sheet Metal Co.


Waterways; Barges--Tacoma;

D169207-7

Barge under construction at City (now Thea Foss) Waterway in December of 1978. Photograph ordered by National Blower & Sheet Metal Co.


City Waterway (Tacoma); Construction--Tacoma--1970-1980; Barges--Tacoma;

D169160-23C

Unidentified restaurant. The restaurant is empty at this time except for one employee in the background. Once open, donuts, pies, and pastries could be ordered as well as hamburgers and other dishes. Customers could sit at either booths or separate tables. Color photographs ordered by S & W Management.


Restaurants;

D169160-4C

Orange Julius. The Richards Studio photographed a number of Orange Julius locations in Western Washington during December of 1978. Pictured above is the Orange Julius located in the Tacoma Mall Shopping Center next to the Osborn & Ulland sporting goods store. As its name indicates, Orange Julius promoted its "freshly squeezed" healthy drink and dedicated a special "speedline" for drinks only. Burgers and other food orders could also be placed. The small eating establishment was brightly decorated in warm colors of orange and yellow. Enlarged pictures of the Tacoma Mall and vicinity adorned the walls. Color photograph ordered by S & W Management.


Orange Julius (Tacoma); Restaurants--Tacoma--1970-1980; Fast food restaurants--Tacoma--1970-1980;

D169160-19C

Unidentified restaurant in Des Moines photographed in December of 1978. A customer is placing an order with the restaurant's cashier as others dine peacefully. This is possibly a restaurant called the Pie Pantry where cut pies, ala mode, and whole pies to go could be purchased. Apparently other, more meatier dishes could be obtained as well as the condiments on the surrounding tables attest. Color photograph ordered by S & W Management.


Restaurants--Des Moines;

D169160-1C

Restaurant in unidentified Mall. This may be a quick dining establishment called "Kitchen Burgers" as pictured in December of 1978. A partial glimpse into the restaurant shows a number of booths adjoining the bumped-out windows and separate tables within. Earth tones of copper and ivory are found both on the interior and exterior of the restaurant. Color photograph ordered by S & W Management.


Restaurants;

D169100-1

Passing of the gavel. New officers of the Homebuilders Association of Greater Tacoma were installed in ceremonies held at Fort Steilacoom Community College (now Pierce College) on December 2, 1978. Leroy B. "Bud" Crest, president of Crest Builders, was elected president of the 453-member association, succeeding David Kelley of Holly Homes. Mr. Crest, second from the left, is shown accepting the gavel. Photograph ordered by the Homebuilders Association of Greater Tacoma. (TNT 12-17-78, H-6-article on elections)


Homebuilders Association of Greater Tacoma (Tacoma); Crest, Leroy B.;

D169096-1

Home portrait of Dr. Thomas and Mrs. Shirley Murphy. The Murphys and their two dogs are posed against a large stone fireplace at the couple's home located at 3109 N. 33rd St. Dr. Murphy was a physician in the firm of Murphy, McAlexander & Kamar with offices in the Medical Arts Building. Photograph ordered by Tom Murphy.


Murphy, Thomas O.; Murphy, Shirley; Murphy, Thomas O.--Homes & haunts; Dogs--Tacoma--1970-1980; Fireplaces--Tacoma;

D169131-5

The Dale Carmen Duo. Howard Church and a Ms. Staab pose with a variety of instruments including a Wurlitzer electronic piano, Hohner Clavinet D6 and an organ. Photograph ordered by Howard Church.


Musicians--Tacoma--1970-1980; Church, Howard; Keyboard instruments; Pianos; Organs;

D169084-2C

Aerial view of unidentified buildings. Construction may not yet be completed at this unidentified site near a heavily wooded area. There is a large section of cleared land near the two-lane roadways which may later be used for either homes or businesses. Color photograph ordered by Pacific Lanes.


Aerial views; Aerial photographs; Buildings;

D169084-4C

Low tide at unidentified beach. Men, women and children, equipped with buckets, bags and shovels, are intently searching for clams on a winter day in 1978. Gray skies and looming white caps do not seem to deter these diligent people. Several are wearing hip-length boots for protection against the water and cold. Color photograph ordered by Pacific Lanes.


Beaches; Clamming;

D169114-1

Steve Schuler of Puyallup had a carpet cleaning business, called the Schuler Brothers, in the late 1970's. He is pictured above in the Annie Wright School neighborhood with his company van. The business utilized "Hydra-Master," deemed the "Ultimate in Professional Carpet Cleaning." Photograph ordered by Steve Schuler. (TNT Ad 11-19-78, E-8)


Schuler, Steve; Cleaning--Tacoma--1970-1980;

D169013-2

Studio portrait of Wolfgang D. Sauer. Mr. Sauer, who resided at 407 Yakima Ave. North, was the president of I.T.I., a sporting goods concern. Photograph ordered by Wolfgang Sauer.


Sauer, Wolfgang D.;

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Studio portrait of Cecil Walrath. Mr. Walrath was past president of the Tacoma Elks Lodge and past potentate of the Afifi Temple Shrine. Photograph ordered by the Royal Order of Jesters, an invitation-only group of Shriners, whose motto is "Mirth is King."


Walrath, Cecil;

D168907-1

Progress photograph of sewer work. The Felton Construction Co. of Missoula, Montana, had been awarded a contract for part of the massive sewer project in the Lakewood-Parkland area. Two of Felton's employees are pictured on August 30, 1978, at a deep ditch where the sewer pipes are waiting to be laid. Photograph ordered by Felton Construction Co., Missoula, Montana.


Sewers--Parkland; Pipes (Conduits); Progress photographs;

D168904-1

Grantree Furniture's showroom is filled with a variety of sofas, tables, chairs and lamps. The furniture rental facility was located at South 38th & Cedar and was managed by Kelly Knight. Photograph ordered by Turner Group, Portland, Oregon.


Grantree Furniture (Tacoma); Lease & rental services--Tacoma;

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