Oars up! Seven girls prepare to enjoy Lake Devereaux as they learn to maneuver the large dragon-headed rowboat in mid-July of 1970. All are properly wearing life vests. The girls were part of a large contingent of 250 attending the Girl Scouts camp throughout the summer; there were also 140 girls attending the Camp Fire camp as well. The O.D.I. camps began on June 22nd. As an added note, the five canoes pictured in the background and foreground were Willits canoes, built by Earl and Floyd Willits on Day Island. Photograph ordered by the Tacoma-Pierce County Opportunity & Development, Inc. (TNT 6-7-70, A-17 - article) (Additional information provided by a reader)
Camp St. Albans (Lake Devereaux); Girl Scouts (Tacoma); Rowboats--Lake Devereaux; Rowers--Lake Devereaux; Life preservers; Canoes;
Summer camp. Even outdoors chores must be done as a young girl pauses in the act of sweeping the open-air sleeping quarters of St. Albans Girl Scouts camp. Two others read mail from home while five more girls enjoy the fresh air and heavily forested atmosphere. One of the girls reading a small letter is perched on a mattress partially supported by a large suitcase. Photograph ordered by the Tacoma-Pierce County Opportunity & Development, Inc.
Camp St. Albans (Lake Devereaux); Girl Scouts (Tacoma); Camping--Lake Devereaux;
Many hands make chores go a little faster as these young campers at St. Albans Girl Scouts camp can attest during July of 1970. Six unidentified girls are lined up, busily washing dishes - each with an individual dishpan of soapy water. 250 girls were expected at the Girl Scouts camp that summer. Camp St. Albans, a 414-acre site surrounding Lake Devereaux, is located between Belfair and Allyn. It has been a Girl Scouts camp since 1935. Photograph ordered by the Tacoma-Pierce County Opportunity & Development, Inc. (TNT 7-26-70, A-3)
Camp St. Albans (Lake Devereaux); Girl Scouts (Tacoma); Dishwashing--Lake Devereaux;
A pensive portrait of Wilson High School senior Barbara Grubbs. She is posed with her eyes downcast and her long dark tresses cascading over her shoulders.
View of new Commonwealth Building, next door to Seattle-First National Bank (formerly Bank of Tacoma building). The Commonwealth Title Insurance Co.'s headquarters between Pacific & Commerce at So. 12th St. was the first urban renewal building occupied downtown. Commonwealth Title was located on the Pacific Ave. level and the second floor was entirely occupied by the brokerage firm of Merrill Lynch. By the end of July, 1970, Commonwealth Title had moved into their new quarters. Built of buff concrete and copper-colored brickwork, the building was designed by Tacoma architect Robert W. Evans along with Seattle architect Robert H. Eyre. KAM Construction was the general contractor. Photograph ordered by Bozell & Jacobs. (TNT 1-25-70, A-19; TNT 7-26-70, A-19)
Commonwealth Title Insurance Co. (Tacoma); Facades--Tacoma--1970-1980; Urban renewal;
This large group of unidentified airline stewardesses posed in the bright sunshine on July 7, 1970, at the Rodeway Inn, 6802 South Sprague Avenue, after receiving their wings. Most of the women were wearing the blue-and-white uniforms and white gloves of the Flying Tiger Line. The Flying Tigers were the first scheduled air cargo airline, but in the 1970's they also supplied military contract charter service from Travis Air Force Base in California to Japan. The airline formed in 1945 and ceased operation in 1989. It got its name from the Flying Tigers fighter unit of World War II. (Color photograph ordered by the Flying Tiger Line.)
This large group of unidentified airline stewardesses posed in the bright sunshine on July 7, 1970, at the Rodeway Inn, 6802 South Sprague Avenue, after receiving their wings. Most of the women were wearing the blue-and-white uniforms and white gloves of the Flying Tiger Line. The Flying Tigers were the first scheduled air cargo airline, but in the 1970's they also supplied military contract charter service from Travis Air Force Base in California to Japan. The airline formed in 1945 and ceased operation in 1989. It got its name from the Flying Tigers fighter unit of World War II. (Color photograph ordered by the Flying Tiger Line.)
Colt League team. Coach Norman Orr poses with his Colt League team in late June of 1970 at Heidelberg Field. The baseball team was sponsored by Ben Cheney and played under the Cheney Studs logo. Players were believed to be 15-16 years old. Photograph ordered by the Cheney Lumber Co.
Ship trials. The tugboat "Sioux" chugs powerfully through the waves as she undergoes sea trials on June 29, 1970. Launched at Martinac Shipbuilding on June 13th along with sister tug, "Seneca," she would be used to haul barges to the oil fields of Alaska's Prudhoe Bay. Photograph ordered by J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp.
Longtime Carling Brewing Co. employees received awards on June 29, 1970 in the company's Tap Room. Length of service to the company ranged from 20-35 years. Two clocks, a watch, and engraved beer steins were given out to commemorate the event. Carling had purchased the Heidelberg Brewery in 1959 and had completed a new addition to the plant in 1970. The plant would close in 1979. Photograph ordered by Carling Brewing Co.
Kitchen cabinets on display. This is believed to be the home of Bob Bartron. An example of fine craftsmanship in the Fircrest home of Bob Bartron was found in the display of abundant kitchen cabinets. The dark wood constrasted with the lighter trim provided a modern look to the eating area. Mr. Bartron had opened his own business, Bartron Cabinets, at 5003 So. Washington. Photograph ordered by Bartron Cabinets.
Kitchen cabinets. Focus is on the new kitchen cabinets believed to be in the Bob Bartron home, 1202 Berkeley, Fircrest in June of 1970. Mr. Bartron owned a cabinet making business on So. Washington St. and examples of his fine work could be seen in his own home as well as many others in the area. There was plenty of counter space and storage room in the kitchen, including many wood cabinets. The home had both a formal dining room and a modified kitchen island for casual dining. Photograph ordered by Bartron Cabinets.
1970 Richards stock footage. Progress report on "Park Plaza South" parking garage. By June of 1970, construction was going at a good clip on the new multi-storied concrete garage set approximately between So. 12-13th & Pacific & Commerce Sts. Designed by local architects Lea, Pearson & Richards, the site had its groundbreaking in November of 1969. It would celebrate its grand opening on November 5, 1970. The garage would offer 381 parking spots; however, unlike the increasingly popular Tacoma Mall, drivers would have to pay to park.
Progress photographs; Building construction--Tacoma--1970-1980; Parking garages--Tacoma--1970-1980; Urban renewal;
Progress photographs. By mid-June, 1970, the (National) Bank of Washington Plaza tower had shot up to at least 21 stories, bypassing Puget Sound National Bank as the tallest building in town. Designed by architects Skidmore, Owings & Merill and utilizing 5 million pounds of reinforcing steel and 23,000 cubic yards of concrete, the tower would even have its own 350 kw emergency power generator. The law firm of Gordon, Honeywell, Malanca, Johnson & Peterson had already requested the top floor of the building for their offices. Bank administrative offices would occupy the first 12 floors with the Tacoma Main Banking Center on the mezzanine level. Photograph ordered by Donald M. Drake Co., Portland. (TNT 12-14-69, D-10 - article)
Progress photographs; National Bank of Washington (Tacoma); Banks--Tacoma; Building construction--Tacoma--1970-1980;
Progress photographs. An elevated view of the (National) Bank of Washington Plaza site at 1201-23 Pacific Ave. on June 22, 1970. Its neighbor, Puget Sound National Bank, is on the left corner. Large round pit will become the plaza's water fountain. The high-rise building is set back from busy Pacific Ave. by some 80 feet. The building had just been "topped" on June 12th with the hoisting of a living 15-foot Douglas fir onto the roof. This traditional ceremony signified structural completion of the now 24-story bank building. The tree would later be given to the Tacoma School District for planting on the site of the new Henry Foss High School. Photograph ordered by Donald M. Drake Co., Portland. (TNT 6-14-70, p. 1, B-9)
Progress photographs; National Bank of Washington (Tacoma); Banks--Tacoma; Building construction--Tacoma--1970-1980; Puget Sound National Bank (Tacoma);
Woolworth's offered "Golden Fried Chicken" to-go by the bucket, bag or piece in 1970. Located in a corner of the store by the lunch counter, local business people or the casual shopper could satisfy their hunger at reasonable prices. A Woolworth's employee in white uniform poses next to the display of paper buckets and serving stand in this June, 1970, photograph. TPL-6408
The front window display of Woolworth's heavily advertised the store's "Golden Fried Chicken" to-go in June, 1970. Signs hanging on the window and in the store's interior advised that the chicken could be purchased by the bucket, bag or piece. The chicken would be kept hot by use of "Hot Sak," probably insulated bags, or in paper buckets. A female mannequin in apron poses in the window with a sign indicating mom would appreciate a day off from cooking, a hint that fried chicken would be a good substitute.
View of display window at Woolworth's in downtown Tacoma, June, 1970. Woolworth's had dine-in service but also advertised their Golden Fried Chicken to-go. Chicken could be purchased by the piece, bag, or bucket at reasonable prices. A male mannequin with chef's hat and long apron appears in the window along with a sign indicating "pop" deserved a day off from cooking and hinting that the store chicken might be a good idea.
The Ludwigs, Bill and Dave, are looking forward to the 1970 grand opening of their newest Ludwig Drugstore. Located in the Thunderbird Shopping Center on Steilacoom Blvd. in Lakewood, the drugstore invited customers to enjoy free ice cream cones on July 3 & 4th. Bill and Dave Ludwig celebrated their 10th year in business in 1970. Photograph ordered by Ludwig Pharmacy. (TNT 6-30-70, A-6)
Ludwig, Dave; Ludwig, Bill; Ludwig Pharmacy (Lakewood); Drugstores--Lakewood; Pharmacists--Lakewood;
Launching. The Tacoma Class Gunboat PG-100 (formerly PGM-100) was launched in ceremonies occurring at Tacoma Boatbuilding Co. at 4:45 p.m. on June 19, 1970. She would be commissioned the "USS Douglas" in February of 1971. The gunboat had a displacement of 250-ton and was 165-feet in length. She had a speed of 40k and was equipped with two gun mounts and two twin .50-cal machine guns. Only 6 1/2 years after she was commissioned, she was decommissioned and struck from the Naval Register. The "Douglas" was converted to a research vessel and renamed the R/V "Lauren." Photograph ordered by Tacoma Boatbuilding Co. (www.navsource.org/achives; TNT 6-19-70, p. 7 - article)
Launchings--Tacoma--1970-1980; Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1970-1980; Gunboats--United States; Tacoma Boat Building Co., Inc. (Tacoma);
Launching party. Posed before the patron gunboat PG-100 (formerly PGM-100) are the dignitaries involved in the launching ceremony on June 19, 1970. Clutching the traditional bouquet of beribboned red roses is Mrs. Willard F. Searle, Jr., of Alexandria, Virginia, the ship's sponsor who had the honor of christening the ship with a bottle of champagne. The "USS Douglas" was named after the city of Douglas, Arizona. Also in the photograph is believed to be Rear Adm. W.F. Petrovic, commander of the Puget Sound Naval Station. The gunboat was built by Tacoma Boatbuilding Co., the last in a series of 12 aluminum gunboats built for the US Navy by that firm. Photograph ordered by Tacoma Boatbuilding Co. (TNT 6-19-70, p. 7- article)
Launchings--Tacoma--1970-1980; Boat & ship industry--Tacoma--1970-1980; Gunboats--United States; Tacoma Boat Building Co., Inc. (Tacoma); Searle, Willard F.--Family; Roses--Tacoma;
"Swiss Kids." The 5-piece musical group, "Swiss Kids," posed with their instruments on June 16, 1970. The all-male quintet included two accordionists, a pianist, a trumpeter, and a bass player. Photograph ordered by W. Blozer, Chehalis. John Favor is in the middle with the accordion; on the trumpet is Arnie Grab; and his brother, Randy Grab, is on the bass. Joe Blaser teaches/taught music, and he is holding an accordion in this photo. Joe's brother, Don, is the pianist.
Music ensembles; Musicians--1970-1980; Pianos; Accordions; Stringed instruments; Trumpets;
Oceangoing tugs " Seneca" and "Sioux" were christened at Martinac Shipbuilding facilities on June 13, 1970. View of the "Seneca" in foreground with glimpse of the "Sioux" at left. Both tugs will be based in Seattle but will be utilized in hauling barges to Prudhoe Bay in Alaska. The "Seneca" is already sea-worthy but the "Sioux" still needs outfitting. Photograph ordered by Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (TNT 6-14-70, A-4)
Christening of tugboats. Mrs. Edith R. Bullock carries the traditional spray of red roses and a decorated bottle of champagne as she and other principal parties await the christening of the tugboat "Seneca" on June 13, 1970. Another tug, the "Sioux," would also be christened at Martinac Shipbuilding facilities the same day. Both oceangoing vessels were apparently based in Seattle but would haul barges to Alaska's Prudhoe Bay. Standing next to and behind the flowers of the sponsor, Mrs. Bullock, is J.S. Martinac of the shipbuilding firm. Other dignitaries are not identified. Photograph ordered by J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (TNT 6-14-70, A-4 article)
Tugboats post-christening. On June 13, 1970, two tugboats were christened at Martinac Shipbuilding facilities. Both the "Seneca" (foreground) and "Sioux" (rear) are Seattle-based but will be used to haul barges to Prudhoe Bay in Alaska's oil fields. Color photograph ordered by J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. (TNT 6-14-70, A-4 - article)
Posed on the rooftop of the Winthrop Hotel with the towering Medical Arts Building prominently in the background are officers of the Department of Washington and Alaska, of the Daughters of the Union Veterans of the Civil War, 1861-65. They were holding their 57th annual convention at the Winthrop from June 7-10, 1970. Believed to be in attendance was Mrs. Fayette Bell of Los Angeles, the organization's national president. Also believed to be pictured above was Mrs. John McDougall of Seattle, department president who presided over the convention's meetings. Among activities held during the convention was a memory banquet where a scholarship would be awarded to a college student who was a descendant of a Civil War veteran. Photograph ordered by the Daughters of the Union Veterans of the Civil War,1861-65. (TNT 5-24-70, E-6 article)
Daughters of the Union Veterans of the Civil War, 1861-65; Meetings--Tacoma--1970-1980; Medical Arts Building (Tacoma);
Studio portrait of Marjorie Jean Swanstrom. The bride is wearing a gown of chiffon and peau d'ange lace and carries a bouquet of yellow roses, white daisies, stephanosis and ivy. A mantilla of handmade French lace serves as her veil. Marjorie Jean Swanstrom was married to William Henry Raleigh in Tacoma's First Assembly of God church on June 13, 1970. The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Swanstrom of Tacoma would be graduating from Washington State University in February of 1971. The bridegroom, a graduate of the University of Washington, attended dental school. They would make their first home in Seattle. Photograph ordered by Margie Swanstrom. (TNT 6-21-70, E-5)
Four Mack trucks in formation on dock at Pier 6. The heavy-duty trucks were known for durability and reliability. Cranes in background. Photograph ordered by Automotive Equipment Co., Seattle.
Two loaded Mack trucks on dock at Pier 6 in the tideflats. Equipment on truck would make extension of the truck possible. Photograph ordered by Automotive Equipment Co., Seattle.
Two can-can dancers appearing at Steve's Gay '90s pose for a hoe-down on June 2, 1970. These barefoot young ladies have their knees held very high, showing the edges of their polka-dotted pantaloons. Steve's had celebrated its 20th anniversary in October of 1969. The South Tacoma eatery was well known for its nourishing yet inexpensive menu and wholesome family entertainment. Photograph ordered by Steve's Gay '90s.
