Ivy covered Fire Station #6 located at 823 A St. before being destroyed by a fire in 1974.

Three men holding a beer stein in the meeting room of an unidentified fraternal organization while a seated man looks at the camera. Three of the four men are wearing lapel pins.

Panorama of 39th Convention of Washington State Federation of Women's Clubs.

Panorama of 85th Annual Communication Most Worshipful Grand Lodge F.&A.M of Tacoma WA. Masonic group standing outside of lodge in uniform with group members occupying stairwell and balcony.

Panorama of the Sons and Daughters of Norway Convention, Trip to Mt. Tacoma (Rainier)

Tacoma Scottish Rite Class Spring Reunion featuring consistories Clarence D. Martin, R.E. Gallot, E.L. Tarnsworth and Albert Rasmussen.

Group of masonic members posing against a rock backdrop.

Kay-Long wedding reception at the Woman's Club.

Back of Photo:
Seattle Mayor-elect Norm Rice, foreground left, and Tacoma Mayor-elect Karen Vialle, foreground right, answer questions and thank the black collective for the support the group has given both Rice and Vialle. The two Mayor-elects met with the Black Collective Saturday morning at 2316 S. Yakima. (12-2-89 photo by David Brandt)
Pierce & S. King County

Jubilant United Good Neighbors executives and volunteers celebrated the conclusion of its 1971 fund raising campaign with a luncheon held at the Top of the Ocean restaurant on November 12, 1971. Campaign chairman Robert P. Mallon (l) displays a painting of a ship in full sail. The painting is entitled "The Salesman Ship," and its sails marked with noble attributes - discipline, perseverance, enthusiasm, product knowledge and service, among others. This is believed to be the special award given to Mr. Mallon for his dedicated service and inspired leadership during the campaign. Director Howard Boyle assists in displaying the award. Contributions to the United Good Neighbors Fund totaled $1,351.604 to date which was 70% of the 1971 goal. Even though it had not met the $1,928,000 goal, it still exceeded the previous year's collection mark of $1.250,516. Photograph ordered by United Good Neighbors Fund of Pierce County. (TNT 11-9-71, p. 1- article; TNT 11-12-71, p. 1-article)

United Good Neighbors (Tacoma); Community service--Tacoma--1970-1980; Charitable organizations--Tacoma--1970-1980; Fund raising--Tacoma--1970-1980; Mallon, Robert P.; Boyle, Howard;

Mayor Gordon N. Johnston (far left) presented Robert P. Mallon (far right) with a giant Western Union telegram thanking him for his dedicated community service on behalf of the "People of Tacoma." Director Howard Boyle looks on. Mr. Mallon was the campaign chairman for the United Good Neighbors Fund of Pierce County. He and other business executives, including UGN president David J. Williams, volunteered their time to assist in collecting donations for the UGN, a predecessor of United Way. Mr. Mallon was the vice-president/general manager of Mallon Motors while Mr. Williams was the vice-president of the Tacoma branch of Seattle-First National Bank. They joined 73 executives loaned to the campaign by industry and government who worked along with some 3000 volunteers. Each year goals were set and vigorous campaigns run to drum up funds for the United Good Neighbors who would, in turn, distribute the money to various agencies to help the needy. Weekly luncheons were held where groups would be honored for their contributions and the local newspapers would do their part by listing, generally on the front page, the progress in reaching the set goal. By November 12th, the closing date of the two-month campaign, there was $1,351,604 donated, 70% of the 1971 goal. Officials were hopeful that more money would come in after the due date as in the past year. Photograph ordered by United Good Neighbors Fund of Pierce County. (TNT 11-12-71, p. 1- article; TNT 11-13-71, p. 9 - article)

United Good Neighbors (Tacoma); Community service--Tacoma--1970-1980; Charitable organizations--Tacoma--1970-1980; Fund raising--Tacoma--1970-1980; Johnston, Gordon N.; Mallon, Robert P.; Boyle, Howard; Telegrams;

Officials of the Afifi Shrine participated in groundbreaking ceremonies for their new temple at 815 So. Vassault Street on August 9, 1973. All the men were wearing the familiar fez which included the member's rank within the Shrine. The new headquarters would be located on a 24-acre tract north of Tacoma Community College. The mosque and surrounding parking lot occupied five acres. The $200,000 project was designed by Shelton architect Harold Dalke and built by Neeley Construction of Puyallup. The 11,200 sq. ft. facility was expected to be completed in January of 1974. Color photograph ordered by Afifi Temple. (TNT 8-12-73, D-4-article; TNT 8-19-73, D-10-article & sketch)

Fraternal organizations--Tacoma--1970-1980; Ancient Arabic Order of Nobles of the Mystic Shrine (Tacoma); Afifi Temple (Tacoma); Ground breaking ceremonies--Tacoma--1970-1980;

A large contingent of Afifi Arab Patrol poses proudly on the front steps of the Masonic Temple, 47 Saint Helens Ave., on April 6, 1974. The men, dressed in colorful regalia, would be marching that day in the 41st annual Puyallup Valley Daffodil Festival Grand Parade. Color photograph ordered by the Afifi Arab Patrol.

Fraternal organizations--Tacoma; Ancient Arabic Order of Nobles of the Mystic Shrine (Tacoma); Afifi Temple (Tacoma); Afifi Arab Patrol (Tacoma);

Members of the Afifi Temple's Arab Patrol assembled on the steps of the Masonic Temple, 47 Saint Helens Ave., on April 12, 1975, the day of the 42nd annual Puyallup Valley Daffodil Festival Parade. They would be marching in full regalia, as usual, in the parade. Color photograph ordered by Afifi Temple.

Fraternal organizations--Tacoma; Ancient Arabic Order of Nobles of the Mystic Shrine (Tacoma); Afifi Arab Patrol (Tacoma); Afifi Temple (Tacoma); Uniforms;

Outgoing University-Union Club president James A. Milgard examines the club's ledger with incoming president Thomas L. Fishburne (r) on July 21, 1971. Mr. Fishburne was an attorney with the firm of Thomas, Honeywell, Malanca, Peterson, O'Hern & Johnson. Mr. Milgard was associated with Milgard Mfg. which would later become the largest producer of residential windows in the western United States. Photograph ordered by the University-Union Club of Tacoma.

University Union Club of Tacoma (Tacoma); Milgard, James A.; Fishburne, Thomas L.;

Memorial services - Tacoma Elks Lodge. A large audience is present for the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, Tacoma Lodge No. 174's memorial services held on December 2, 1970. The services are believed to commemorate the passing of Elks members. Color photograph ordered by Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, Tacoma Lodge No. 174.

Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, Tacoma Lodge No. 174 (Tacoma); Elks Temple (Tacoma); Memorial rites & ceremonies--Tacoma--1970-1980;

On June 17, 1942, a Junior League member, believed to be Helen Hurley, helped to register blood donor Mrs. Gene Courtney (left). The club women were serving as receptionists at Tacoma General Hospital and St. Josephs Hospital as a blood drive took place to build up the plasma stores for US Armed Forces. Tacoma had registered 640 volunteer donors. The goal was 2,000 across the county. (T. Times 6/24/1942, pg. 10)

Junior League (Tacoma); Clubwomen--Tacoma--1940-1950; World War, 1939-1945--Medical aspects--Tacoma;

Women from Tacoma's Junior League served as receptionists at Tacoma General and St. Joseph's Hospitals during a few weeks beginning at the end of June 1942. They were assisting in the volunteer blood drive for the US Armed Forces. When volunteers went to the hospitals to donate, the Junior League ladies would greet, assist and direct them to the doctors. Pictured left to right are Martha Gonyea, Charlotte Rowland, Helen Hurley, Jean Marion, Kathryn King and Jessie McCormick. Over 640 persons had registered as blood donors; the goal was 2,000. (T. Times 6/24/1942 p.10)

Junior League (Tacoma); Clubwomen--Tacoma--1940-1950; World War, 1939-1945--Medical aspects--Tacoma; Gonyea, Martha; Rowland, Charlotte; Hurley, Helen; Marion, Jean; King, Kathryn; McCormick, Jessie;

On June 17, 1942, three members of Tacoma's Junior League volunteer as receptionists for a blood drive. They are, left to right, Kathryn King, Charlotte Rowland and Jean Marion. The blood donated will be used for the US Armed Forces. Junior League volunteers were receiving and caring for donors at both Tacoma General and St. Josephs. The county goal was 2,000 donors. (TNT 6/24/1942, pg. 1)

Junior League (Tacoma); Clubwomen--Tacoma--1940-1950; World War, 1939-1945--Medical aspects--Tacoma; Rowland, Charlotte; Marion, Jean; King, Kathryn;

Mrs. H.A. Anderson (left) and Mrs. J.L. M'Keenan posed at the home of Mrs. Espeland for a publicity picture for the Navy Wives Club. Mrs. Espeland is probably Elvira Espeland whose husband Berger was in the United States Navy. The two ladies pictured are co-chairmen of a card party to be given by the Club on June 30th at the Elks Club. The public was invited. (T. Times 6/27/1942, pg. 4)

Navy Wives Club (Tacoma); World War, 1939-1945--Social aspects--Tacoma;

The Spinster Club held their annual tea at the University - Union Club on October 19, 1941. A young unidentified woman is pictured here with a floral piece in shape of an "S." Despite its name, the club was not restricted to unmarried women. It served as a social club for Tacoma girls, many from prominent local families. (T. Times, 10-25-41, p. 3) [Also dated 10-18-1941]

Spinster Club (Tacoma); Clubs--Tacoma--1940-1950; Flowers--Tacoma--1940-1950; University Union Club of Tacoma (Tacoma);

Members of the planning committee for the University Union's Club pre-Christmas tea, scheduled for December 2, 1941, pose for this publicity shot at the Club. Standing, left to right, are Katherine (Mrs. John) Mueller, Mrs. Harry A.D. Smith, Kathryn (Mrs. H.R.) Pirret and Antoinette (Mrs. Harold K.) Nichols. Seated, L to R, Dorothy (Mrs. Jess) Read, Jane (Mrs. Edwin) Warren, Esther (Mrs. C.M.) Langhorne, and Marian (Mrs. J. Corning) Todd. (T.Times 11/29/1941, pg. 5)

University Union Club of Tacoma (Tacoma); Mueller, Katherine; Pirret, Kathryn; Nichols, Antoinette; Read, Dorothy; Warren, Jane; Langhorne, Esther; Todd, Marian;

Publicity for Young Men's Business Club (Y.M.B.C.) sponsored wrestling matches at Armory. The matches were scheduled for October 24, 1941. The money raised would go to the athletic fund of the 103rd Anti Tank Unit at Fort Lewis. The poster promises All Star Army - Civilian matches in both boxing and wrestling. The officer seated at right has been identified as William M. Adams. He joined the National Guard in 1931 and stayed 44 years, retiring as a full colonel. (Identification provided by a reader)

Young Men's Business Club (Tacoma); Fund raising--Tacoma--1940-1950; Adams, William M.;

October 15-30, 1942 was the fund raising campaign for Tacoma's War Chest. The War Chest was a branch of the Community Chest that specifically funded wartime charities, such as the USO and refugee relief groups. Part of the publicity for the upcoming drive was a play that emphasized that volunteers would be going to homes and businesses to collect donations and pledges for the drive.The campaign was very successful, it went over the top of the goal at $369,822, two days before the end of the drive.

Charitable organizations--Tacoma; Tacoma Community Chest (Tacoma); Fund raising--Tacoma--1940-1950;

Publicity for Community Chest, photograph taken at the Tacoma Community Chest office, Room 409, Provident Building. A new committee of educators had recently been formed to introduce Tacoma public school students to the War Chest and its aims. Frank Gorow, director of the Department of Visual Education in Tacoma Public Schools, displays one of the War Chest posters at a committee meeting on August 12, 1942. Pictured, left to right, are Gorow, Miss Mary T. Pakenham, Mrs. Myrtle MacLennan, Miss Lola E. Friars and Mrs. M.D. (Blanche) Wilkinson. (T.Times 8/13/1942 p.4)

Charitable organizations--Tacoma; Tacoma Community Chest (Tacoma); Teachers--Tacoma--1940-1950; Gorow, Frank; Pakenham, Mary; MacLennan, Myrtle; Friars, Lola; Wilkinson, Blanche;

Posing with their bicycles outside the Lakewood Community Center in September of 1940 were seven Lakewood-area music lovers: (in no particular order) Mrs. R.W. McMahon, Mrs. Bert Sweeting, Mrs. William Panman, Mrs. George Hellyer, Mrs. Brian Shera, Mrs. W.W. Williver and (believed to be) Anne Baker. These ladies were part of a volunteer committee involved in the Tacoma Philharmonic Association membership drive. Several of them were also part of a local music appreciation study group and they used their bicycles to travel to each other's homes for meetings. (T.Times 9-14-40, p. 5)

Tacoma Philharmonic Association (Tacoma); Membership campaigns--Lakewood; Bicycles & tricycles--Lakewood;

The room is swaying to the swinging sounds of Stan Miskoski and his orchestra at the University Union Club's Sadie Hawkins dance on March 15, 1941. The orchestra is attired in keeping with the Dogpatch theme of the Club's first costume ball in two years. Sadie Hawkins Day was an American Folk event started by Al Capp in his Li'l Abner comic strip. Decades before women's liberation, it was the day when emboldened females could ask out the man of their choice.

University Union Club of Tacoma (Tacoma); Dance parties--Tacoma--1940-1950; Miskoski, Stan;

Opera group at Y.W.C.A. (T. Times)

Young Womens Christian Association (Tacoma);

Pacific Coast Fire Chiefs Convention. Men with flag on roof of Winthrop Hotel, Washington Building in background. Photograph taken on July 23, 1940.

Meetings--Tacoma--1940-1950; Pacific Coast Association of Fire Chiefs (Tacoma); Flags--United States; Hotel Winthrop (Tacoma);

Washington State Pharmaceutical Association State Convention - Tacoma - July 14-17, 1940. Large group of men seated on roof top. Some 400 druggists were expected to attend the Tacoma convention held at the Winthrop Hotel including P.H. Brady, chairman of the Washington State Board of Pharmacy. Election of new officers chosen for the upcoming year saw a Tacoman, Everett Riser, selected as president of the association. (T.Times 7-11-1940, p. 12-article on convention; T.Times 7/17/1940 p.11-story )

Meetings--Tacoma--1940-1950; Pharmacists--Tacoma--1940-1950;