Interior exposure of Alfred E. Copp home. According to the 1951 Polk City Directory, Alfred E. and Frances H. Copp resided at 958 Fernside Drive. Mr. Copp was the Merchandise Manager at the Rhodes Brothers Department Store. Comfortable wing chairs flank the brick fireplace in the spacious living room which has wall-to-wall carpeting. A writing desk and combination etagere and bookcase are towards the rear of the room. Photograph commissioned by Potucek Construction.
Copp, Alfred E.; Copp, Frances H.; Living rooms--Tacoma--1950-1960; Chairs; Fireplaces--Tacoma--1950-1960;
Exterior view of home of Bertrum O. Myhre. Long, horizontal lines highlight the contemporary design of the Bertrum O. Myhre residence in University Place. The home has one story and many windows overlooking the spacious yard. Mr. Myhre is a principal in the Tacoma School District. TPL-9209
Exterior view of Bertrum O. Myhre residence. Construction appears to be continuing on the University Place home of school principal Bertrum O. Myhre. A new roof extension is being added that would apparently hang over the cement patio, providing shade and cutting down the sun's glare. TPL-9210
Workers at Nalley's Puyallup Avenue factory inspect and prepare to package cans of Lumberjack Syrup for use during the Puyallup Fair. All four workers are wearing sanitary hats and aprons. Two women have on sturdy, low-heeled footware to maintain purchase on the wet floor.
Nalley's, Inc. (Tacoma); Factories--Tacoma--1950-1960;
Nalley's original plant in downtown Tacoma at Puyallup Avenue & "D" Street. Built in 1929 by J.E. Bonnell & Son, contractors, the huge factory opened in February of 1930. Walker-Wilkeson cut stone and brick from Clay City were used in the design. Nalley's would move to the 3000 block of South Lawrence in the 1940's when they outgrew the Puyallup Avenue plant. This building would be purchased by the Salvation Army for use as a social and rehabilitation center in 1953. TPL-5863
Nalley's, Inc. (Tacoma); Industrial facilities--Tacoma--1950-1960; Food industry--Tacoma--1950-1960;
Exterior exposure of Nalley's Sales Department building. Taken on a rare rainy day in August, 1950, a Dodge delivery truck with Nalley signs painted on can be seen outside the Nalley's Sales Department building on South Lawrence. Painted white, the building has two floors and is made of cement block. Signs on the building state that Nalley's is a wholesale distributor of food specialties.
Nalley's, Inc. (Tacoma); Nalley's Sales Department (Tacoma);
A large delivery truck was parked outside the loading dock of the Tacoma Nalley's potato chip factory on August 5, 1950. Because the demand for potato chips was so high, a separate facility was built on Nalley's 15-acre tract on South Tacoma Way for the manufacture of potato chips. This plant building was also the home of one of Nalley's subsidiary companies, United Foods, Inc. Nalley's Inc. had its beginning in 1918 when Marcus Nalley started production of his by now famous Nalley's potato chips in his kitchen. By 1946, what was once a one-man operation covered the entire west coast . Production operations were located in Tacoma, Vancouver, B.C., and Spokane.
Nalley's, Inc. (Tacoma); United Foods, Inc. (Tacoma); Food industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Potato chips;
Mueller-Harkins Motor Company, general view from southwest. Wilsonian Apartments in background at far left of photo. Mueller-Harkins was a Buick dealership owned and operated by Rudolph, John, and Elsie Mueller. As their large sign advertised, new cars could be purchased for $2097 and above and delivered in the Tacoma area. Taxes and license were the buyer's responsibility. Mueller-Harkins also sold quality used cars as well as new models.
Mueller-Harkins Motor Co. (Tacoma); Automobile dealerships--Tacoma--1950-1960;
Interior view of room at Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints. Several sofas and chairs in addition to a piano provide a comfortable atmosphere. The Central Ward Chapel of the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints constructed a new facility in 1949. Much of the labor for building the church was provided by its membership.
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (Tacoma); Central Ward Chapel (Tacoma); Mormon churches--Tacoma;
Bold carpeting highlights a room in the new Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints on 4th Street. The Tacoma Central Ward Chapel had its ground breaking in 1948 and was dedicated in 1950. Plans were made in 1941 to build this church; however, war delayed its construction. Final costs were $214,000 which included approximately $35,000 in furnishings.
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (Tacoma); Central Ward Chapel (Tacoma); Mormon churches--Tacoma;
Construction began in July of1948 on a new Mormon Church at 1201 So. 4th St.The building and chapel are designed in New England Colonial style. Work on the new central ward chapel had been delayed by the war. Much of the labor for building the church was provided by its membership. The church was dedicated in 1950.
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (Tacoma); Central Ward Chapel (Tacoma); Mormon churches--Tacoma;
The new LDS chapel at 1201 South 4th Street contained a large recreation hall with stage and piano. Polished wood flooring gleam under the recessed lights. The new hall measured 55 by 70 feet and was used for youth programs. In addition, ten classrooms, an expandable chapel, Boy Scout and Relief Society rooms were added. Members of the Tacoma Central Ward contributed their labor in building the new chapel.
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (Tacoma); Central Ward Chapel (Tacoma); Mormon churches--Tacoma;
Made of cement block, the white Nalley's Sales Department building was located at 3410 South Lawrence. The two-story structure had large signs on it identifying the company as being a wholesale distributor of food specialties. Parked next to the loading dock is a Dodge delivery truck with some of the Nalley products listed on its side: mayonnaise, treasure pickles, and Tang salad dressing.
Nalley's, Inc. (Tacoma); Nalley's Sales Department (Tacoma); Signs (Notices);
By 1950, Nalley's had grown into a $10,000,000 business with such diverse products as potato chips, mayonnaise, pickles and salad dressings. A separate facility for manufacturing potato chips was built on Nalley's 15 acres due to the high demand for the chips. United Foods, Inc., was one of Nalley's subsidiary companies.
Nalley's, Inc. (Tacoma); United Foods, Inc. (Tacoma); Food industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Potato chips;
Extended shot of Nalley's facilities taken across the tracks on August 25, 1950. Several buildings on Nalley's show the growth of the company which began in 1918. By 1950, Nalley's had become a $10,000,000 business with such diverse products as potato chips, mayonaise, "Tang" and "Lumber Jack Syrup".
Nalley's, Inc. (Tacoma); Food industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Industrial facilities--Tacoma;
Emerging from the Tacoma White Trucks dealership is a Griffin Fuel Company truck in a photograph taken on August 28, 1950. The White Company of Cleveland, Ohio began building heavy duty trucks and buses in 1900. The Tacoma White Trucks dealership was located at 2719 South Tacoma Way. Frank Buchanan was the president and manager from 1949 until 1954 according to the Tacoma city directory.
Tacoma White Trucks, Inc. (Tacoma); Griffin Fuel Co. (Tacoma); Automobile dealerships--Tacoma--1950-1960;
Oxygen Sales & Service and Mayberry Motor Parts, Inc., occupied the same address on Market Street in August, 1950. As their name stated, Oxygen Sales & Service were distributors of oxygen and acetylene products and also did repairs and rented equipment. Both businesses were owned and operated by members of the Mayberry family; Rov B. Mayberry is listed as president of both companies according to the 1951 city directory.
Oxygen Sales & Service Co. (Tacoma); Mayberry Motor Parts, Inc. (Tacoma); Mayberry, Roy B.;
Narrows Bridge construction. Two workers in hard hats are shown laying reinforced rods for the roadbed for the new Narrows Bridge. Exposed plywood deck forms are also pictured. The new bridge is nearing completion; it will replace the original Narrows Bridge which collapsed during a fierce storm on November 7, 1940. Photograph commissioned by Douglas Fir Plywood Association. TPL-8652
115 Boy Scout executives met at the College of Puget Sound in September, 1950, for a week long training session on administration and finance. Although the Boy Scout leaders meet annually, this was the first time they had ever met in Tacoma. Seven national leaders and Governor Arthur B. Langlie were also in attendance. (TNT 9-3-50, p. A-6)
Boy Scouts (Tacoma)--1950-1960; Meetings--Tacoma--1950-1960; College of Puget Sound (Tacoma)--Buildings; Group portraits;
This aerial view of part of the sprawling St. Paul & Tacoma Lumber Company complex with Mount Rainier in the background dates from September of 1950. St. Paul & Tacoma with its many buildings, smokestacks and burners was located in the southwest section of the Tacoma tideflats near the Puyallup River; their headquarters were at 1220 Saint Paul Avenue. The white bridge near the center of the image crossing the channelized Puyallup River is the Lincoln Avenue bridge. Two railroad bridges and the Pacific Highway (U.S. Hwy 99) bridge can be seen further up the river.
Aerial photographs; St. Paul & Tacoma Lumber Co. (Tacoma); Cityscapes; Lumber industry--Tacoma--1950-1960;
ca. 1950. This photograph of the offices of W. H. Opie Realtors was taken around 1950. The office was located at the intersection of 10th and Pacific Ave., 1001-05 Pacific. The clock in the window upstairs gives the "Knapp College Time" of 2:40. The modernistic structure was built in 1941 and was named the "Anderson Building" after builder Mrs. R.E. Anderson. It is constructed of concrete and crystal glass. Knapp College had occupied the 2nd floor since 1941.
W.H. Opie & Co. (Tacoma); Real estate business--Tacoma; Knapp College (Tacoma);
The Dandy Cafe was located at 917 Tacoma Avenue South; it was owned and operated by Fred and Louise Fries. Photographs for license purposes were commissioned by Mrs. Fries of both the exterior and interior of the cafe in September, 1950. The Dandy Cafe had a long counter with stools for quick and casual dining and a back area with upholstered seats and tables for more private occasions. A large jukebox was placed against the wall near a coat/hat rack.
Exterior of Dandy Cafe. Located at 917 Tacoma Avenue South, the Dandy Cafe shared a building with the Dandy Barber Shop in 1950. Owned and operated by Fred and Louise Fries, the Dandy Cafe was a small eating establishment. As the signs on the building advertised, they offered Coca-Cola and Flett's Ice Cream as part of the menu.
In September of 1950, the clock on the wall of the Dandy Cafe indicated it was just past 7 AM. Customers at the counter were enjoying early morning breakfasts. A waitress was reaching for a pot of coffee while the cook was busy at his grill. The Dandy Cafe was located at 917 Tacoma Avenue South and owned and operated by Fred and Louise Fries. Although the cafe had a more private eating area in the rear, the five customers this morning seemed to prefer eating at the long counter.
Craig Furniture, Inc., was one of the many Tacoma furniture stores holding open houses in September, 1950, to celebrate the national Home Fashion Time week. Located at 1136 Broadway, Craig Furniture ran a nearly full page ad in the News Tribune on September 24, inviting the public to attend an evening open house. The event helped to attract many browsers who sampled the comforts of national brand furniture and took the time to inspect new freezers and rugs as well. Photograph commissioned by Art Jensen, president of Craig Furniture. (TNT 9-24-50, p. B-7)
Craig Furniture, Inc. (Tacoma); Furniture stores--Tacoma--1950-1960; Chairs; Couches; Freezers;
Art Swenning, owner of Art's Glass and Upholstery Shop, commissioned this studio photograph taken in September, 1950, of seat covers. It is uncertain whether the seat is to be used in a vehicle or in a home. Art's Glass and Upholstery Shop was located at 814-816 Tacoma Avenue South.
Howard P. Braman, an agent for the Northern Life Insurance Company of Seattle, is at work in the company's new offices at 950 Pacific Avenue. Various awards and certificates of membership decorate the wall behind his desk. The business occupied offices in the twelve story W.R. Rust Building, and handled life, accident, and health insurance. Roy S. McKinnon was listed as district manager in the 1951 city directory.
Northern Life Insurance Co. of Seattle (Tacoma); Insurance companies--Tacoma; Braham, Howard P.;
The elegant master bedroom of Nalley's president, L. Evert Landon, was photographed for National Home Fashion Time Week in September, 1950. Evert and Blanche Landon resided at 3902 North 31st Street. The carpeted bedroom appears to be very large with high ceilings; the rich satin-like material on bedding, table and draperies add an air of harmonious continuity. (TNT 9-24-50, p. B-10)
Interior view of William J. Ellis' living room. The two paintings over the white fireplace are the main focus points in the Ellis residence at 76 East Road. The paintings, in ornate frames, are the only decorations on that wall. Comfortable couches are adjacent to the glass framed fireplace. According to the 1951 City Directory, William Ellis was the office manager for the Roy T. Earley Company, General Contractors.
Ellis, William J.--Homes & haunts; Living rooms--Tacoma--1950-1960; Paintings; Fireplaces--Tacoma--1950-1960;
Aerial view shows progress being made on new construction for the St. Regis Paper Company in September, 1950. Established as a company in 1899, St. Regis was open for business in Tacoma in 1928. Rebuilt and modernized in 1936, St. Regis bought additional acreage from the St. Paul Tacoma Lumber Company in 1947 to add a paper mill and multi wall bag plant. According to the St. Regis 1950 annual report, Tacoma's expansion of their pulp mill would enlarge the pulp capacity from 115,000 to 135,000 tons a year. The new capacity will be in production in 1951.
St. Regis Paper Co. (Tacoma)--1950-1960; Paper industry--Tacoma--1950-1960; Factories--Tacoma--1950-1960; Progress photographs--1950-1960; Aerial photographs;
