And a GRAND TIME was had by ALL . . .

100 years were commemorated in a true Tacoma way, complete with a little rain. The Centennial Celebration honored not only all the games, civic pride and student activities going back to 1910, but the stadium as engineering marvel and moments recognizing the men and women of the armed forces and a moment of silence for those who did not make it home.

It was truly a "Trip Through Time" as Presidents Teddy Roosevelt, Warren G Harding and Woodrow Wilson all arrived via presidential motorcade and gave their exact same speeches. Woodrow even brought Edith (First Lady 1912-1920) with a very fashionable stole and hat.

Most of all, there were marching bands, kids doing exuberant and exciting gymnastics and cheers and lots of pride of place. Tacoma, the heart of the Puget Sound, what with all the industry, the history of working men and women and where Tacoma convened for at least 60 years was the Stadium. The story of a people is in its commons, in its shared experiences and as a common ground, the Stadium of our school represents it: Everyone from Presidents to custodians, to students, teachers and their families, shared in this; history grew out of this field. Men and women were forged here and went on into their lives and history.

The Stadium Centennial Foundation program included many historic photos of the Stadium, events and people and a few free offers from local merchants.

There was a most distinguished group of honorees on the stage, but the best view, was of course from the stands. Let's all give thanks to the hundreds of attendees and to the Stadium Centennial Foundation for not only preserving but promoting our local roots and heritage.

And now, for the next 100 years!

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