538 results for: Clubs and Organizations
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Men playing cards at Inglewood Golf Club, Kenmore, October 8, 1942
Lake Washington's exclusive Inglewood Country Club was largely converted to housing during World War II, serving as a rooming house for shipyard workers and enlisted men of the U.S. Navy. Use of the club had declined due to war rationing and because many of Inglewood's members were in active service, so the club was able to create sleeping quarters for…
ID Number:1986.5.8538.2
Date:1942
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Women standing in front of Wise Penny Thrift Shop, Seattle, 1965
For more than a century, Junior League members have confronted society’s most pressing issues and tackled its toughest problems, leaving an unrivaled legacy of reform. Since its inception in 1923, members of the Junior League of Seattle (JLS) have worked to improve our community through mission-driven projects and hands-on work with many Community Partners.Starting in 1960, Junior League volunteers opened…
ID Number:1986.5.8553.1
Date:1965
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Tip Toppers club members examining sale items, Seattle, August 1958
In this image goods donated for a fund-raising sale are examined by three members of the Seattle Tip Toppers' Club, a non-profit social organization for tall persons. Begun as the Seattle Timberliners around 1947, the club has been part of Tall Clubs International (TCI) since 1954. Minimum height requirements for membership in the club are 5’10” for women and 6’2”…
ID Number:1986.5.8738.1
Date:1958
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John Butler polishing silver at Goodwill, Seattle, October 15, 1946
Seattle Goodwill was founded in 1923 by a group of local businessmen, and provides employment training and basic education to individuals experiencing barriers to economic opportunity. Today a significant portion of its operating funds are derived from its nine thrift stores in the area.In this image John Butler, who was injured in a 1945 oil pipeline accident, has found employment…
ID Number:1986.5.9068.1
Date:1946
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Goodwill Auxiliary member sorting dolls, Seattle, November 2, 1958
Seattle Goodwill was founded in 1923 by a group of local businessmen, and provides employment training and basic education to individuals experiencing significant barriers to economic opportunity. Today a significant portion of its operating funds are derived from its nine thrift stores in the area.In this image Mrs. Vivian Trevorrow arranges a display of dolls available at Goodwill in preparation…
ID Number:1986.5.9068.2
Date:1958
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Goodwill employee repairing shoes, Seattle, circa 1960
Seattle Goodwill was founded in 1923 by a group of local businessmen, and provides employment training and basic education to individuals experiencing significant barriers to economic opportunity. Today a significant portion of its operating funds are derived from its nine thrift stores in the area.In this image Goodwill employee Charley Johnson repairs donated shoes for resale. Handwritten on negative: Charley…
ID Number:1986.5.9068.3
Date:Circa 1960
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People singing at the Handicapped Center, Seattle, January 23, 1958
In 1958, members of the Seattle Chapter of the Indoor Sports Club, Inc. headed to the Handicapped Center for some fun. The Club, founded in 1930, is a social club for people with disabilities. At the Handicapped Center, they could socialize while enjoying arts, crafts, music, and other activities.In this image, James Griffin, a Center instructor, plays a note on…
ID Number:1986.5.9092.1
Date:1958
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Florence Brown helping Ed Garner weave at the Handicapped Center, Seattle, January 23, 1958
In September 1957, the Seattle Parks Department opened the Handicapped Center, a cooperative program in the Mount Baker area that provided adults and children with arts, crafts, and social activities. The Center was supported by city funds and outside donors. Nearly 1,300 people attended 37 events in its first four months.Florence Brown, wife of City Parks Superintendent Paul Brown, took…
ID Number:1986.5.9092.2
Date:1958
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Mrs. E.T. Schaal and Howard Graham working on ceramics at the Handicapped Center, Seattle, January 23, 1958
In September 1957, the Seattle Parks Department opened the Handicapped Center, a cooperative program in the Mount Baker area that provided adults and children with arts, crafts, and social activities. The Center was supported by the city funds and outside donors. Nearly 1,300 people attended 37 programs in the first four months. Here, Mrs. E.T. Schaal looks on as Howard…
ID Number:1986.5.9092.3
Date:1958
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Two people working on mosaics for the Handicapped Center Christmas Bazaar, Seattle, November 8, 1962
In September 1957, the Seattle Parks Department opened the Handicapped Center, a cooperative program in the Mount Baker area that provided adults and children with arts, crafts, and social activities. The Center was supported by the city funds and outside donors. Here, Charles Moreton and Mrs. William Hoffman work on mosaics to be sold at the upcoming Handicapped Center bazaar.…
ID Number:1986.5.9093.1
Date:1962