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Photograph
Donna Rydberg modeling a John Eaton hat, Seattle, 1962
In this photo, model Donna Rydberg poses in front of the arches of the United States Science Pavilion, modeling a hat designed by Seattle milliner John Eaton " The "Century 21 blue" hat was designed for the Seattle World's Fair and called "Solar Phantasy." The arches of the hat represent science, the flowers represent the landscaping of the fairgrounds, feathers…
ID Number:2012.38.32
Date:1962
Photograph
John Eaton displaying "two-way" dress, Seattle, December 1968
Cornish School of Arts graduate John Eaton (1914-1991) was a successful milliner, designer, and teacher whose individually-styled hats became known all over the country. Mr. Eaton and business partner James Neher opened their first store in 1950, and eventually opened “John Eaton Of Course!” at 509 Pine Street, across the street from Frederick & Nelson. The store closed in 1988.In…
ID Number:2012.47.1
Date:1968
Ephemera
Catalog from Littler clothing stores, Seattle, 1951-1952
Anson A. (“Bob”) Littler moved to Seattle in 1920 and in 1931 opened a men’s clothing store at 417 Union Street in downtown Seattle. Despite opening during the Depression, the store was successful, and by the 1950s the company had added a women’s store, a shop at the Olympic Hotel, and accessory departments. In all, there were three Seattle stores…
ID Number:2013.58.2
Date:1951
Photograph
Sportsmen's Show group at Montlake Bridge dedication, Seattle, June 1925
Seattle’s Montlake Bridge was dedicated on June 27, 1925. Seizing the opportunity to appeal to the gathered crowds, a group of fishing enthusiasts posed on the new bridge to publicize the upcoming Sportsmen’s Show. The third annual show, to be held at Green Lake, featured exhibits and entertainment centering around outdoor activities. Using a giant creel, oversized rods and nets,…
ID Number:2013.58.8
Date:1925
Ephemera
Trianon Ballroom opening booklet, 1927
The Trianon Ballroom, located at Third Avenue and Bell Street, was an important entertainment venue in Seattle's musical history. One of several large dance clubs in the area which drew national Big Band talent, it was founded by hotelier john Edward Savage (1879-1958) and had a 30 x 135-foot dance floor that accommodated more than 5,000 dancers. Operating under Jim…
ID Number:2013.58.14
Date:1927
Correspondence
Letter from B. N. Hicks to Charles Heifner, March 20, 1929
The Anti-Saloon League was but one of the organizations active in the nationwide prohibition movement. In 1929, the Washington chapter sponsored bills in the state legislature increasing penalties on the violations of the state’s prohibition law. In this letter, written on March 20, 1929, the League’s State Superintendent, B. N. Hicks, thanks State Senator Charles Heifner of King County for…
ID Number:2013.58.18
Date:1929
Poster
Tania Maria at the Fabulous Rainbow poster, Seattle, April 29-30, 1984
Tania Maria (b. 1948) is a Brazilian jazz singer and musician who began playing the piano at the age of seven. After she came to the attention of American guitarist Charlie Byrd, he recommended her at Concord Records where she was signed and had her first internationally successful album, “Come With Me.” Ms. Maria has since recorded more than 25…
ID Number:2013.87.13
Date:1984
Poster
The Partay concert poster, July 1982
The poster pictured here advertises a concert featuring The Partay, a band made up of members from other local bands: Teddy Jan and Jim Lilly from Kidd Afrika (1967-1982), and Carson Michaels from The Reputations (1979-1987, 2011-present). The line up also included special guest "David the Singing Sound Person."The shows were held on two consecutive Monday nights, July 12 and…
ID Number:2013.87.70
Date:1982
Poster
Del-Psychics concert poster, September 12-14, 1982
The poster pictured here advertises a Del-Psychics concert, featuring Jeff Simmons and Penta Leslee Swanson.The shows were held Sunday, September 12 - Tuesday, September 14, probably in 1982, at the Fabulous Rainbow Tavern, at 722 N.E. 45th Street in the University District. The Rainbow first opened at the same location as a beer parlor in 1936 by Frank Salvino (1902-1960).…
ID Number:2013.87.72
Date:1982
Poster
Nu Jz concert poster, December 18, 1983
The poster pictured here advertises a concert by Nu Jz, featuring Julian Priester, Jay Clayton, Gary Peacok, and Jerry Granelli. The musicians released an album in 2009 as Quartett.The show was held on Sunday, December 18, probably in 1983, at the Fabulous Rainbow Tavern, at 722 N.E. 45th Street in the University District. The Rainbow first opened at the same…
ID Number:2013.87.73
Date:1983