In the early 20th century, most American teachers were single women. But as Washington State left the decision to hire married women up to the districts, some married couples served as teachers together. Among them was Edwin Twitmyer, a principal and later state high school inspector, and his wife Alice.
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Located in the center of the roundabout near the Insurance Building and northeast of the Legislative Building, the Winged Victory Monument on the Washington State Capitol Campus in Olympia honors Washington veterans who lost their lives in World War I.
During the mid-20th century, Olympia’s population was growing exponentially. At the time most people who ate out were single or working men. But the Baby Boom was in full swing. Where could a family go to eat? Many liked to go to the Olympic Grill at 512 South Washington Street.
At the turn of the 20th century, teachers at Olympia High School wore many hats. Eli Loomis taught English and science, coached debate and managed the library. And he was also an ordained minister.