Despite existing for only a little over two years, Howell’s Sweet Shop has an interesting story and shows the impact that all businesses have on the community regardless of the length of time they operate.
At Easter 1972 crowds at the Jacaranda could enjoy a brunch buffet of smoked pork chops and applesauce, fresh homemade pastry, fresh fruit, salads, puddings and juice all for $2.50 ($1.75 for children). Workers decorated the buffet table with holiday-themed ice sculptures, including a giant bunny rabbit. Those who opted for dinner could choose from roast meats and seafood.
By Ken Balsley In its early days, the City of Olympia had many names. The local native tribes referred to it as Cheetwoot which meant the “place of the
On October 1, 1917 state and county officials held a dinner at the Olympia Elks’ Club to celebrate the opening of the Second Liberty Loan campaign. After enjoying a three course chicken dinner, the guests listened to several speakers. But there was one speaker they might not have expected: Ada Mowell, leader of the Thurston County Minute Women.