Richards_Studio_D6223 - from our story 'Halloween In Tacoma, Washington (1930 – 1968)'

Marilyn Wagnild of Jefferson Elementary School, dressed as "Bo-Peep" and "hobo" Edward Miller of Point Defiance School were just two of the several thousand youngsters and parents who took part in the 1935 Halloween party sponsored by the 26th and Proctor Street Business Mens' Club. The celebration began with a costume parade, led by Mayor George A. Smitley and the American Legion drum and bugle corps, beginning at 7:30 p.m. at Proctor and Stevens and ending at Mason school grounds where prizes were awarded and a huge bonfire was held.. The school with the most participants received the trophy being held by Miss Wagnild. (T. Times, 10/31/1935, p. 1)

Marilyn Wagnild of Jefferson Elementary School, dressed as "Bo-Peep" and "hobo" Edward Miller of Point Defiance School were just two of the several thousand youngsters and parents who took part in the 1935 Halloween party sponsored by the 26th and Proctor Street Business Mens' Club. The celebration began with a costume parade, led by Mayor George A. Smitley and the American Legion drum and bugle corps, beginning at 7:30 p.m. at Proctor and Stevens and ending at Mason school grounds where prizes were awarded and a huge bonfire was held.. The school with the most participants received the trophy being held by Miss Wagnild. (T. Times, 10/31/1935, p. 1)

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