Photos: A look at what life was like in Tucson in the 1960s
See what was going on in Tucson in the late 1960s.
New shopping center
Shoppers check out the new shopping center at South 12th Avenue and West Ajo Way on July 5, 1968. The center featured a Safeway grocery store and a Walgreens drug store.
'High Chaparral' filming
Actor Cameron Mitchell, center on horseback, gallops into a scene on the set of the television show "High Chaparral" at Old Tucson in May, 1968.
Hippie Wedding
Some guests find a nice quiet place on the floor where they could have a smoke while with some pets as Roxanne Carnes and Clyde Pitts celebrate their wedding at a home on May 3, 1968. The nuptial took place at 819 N. First Avenue crowded with well-wishers, many of whom were barefoot and with some of the men shirtless. Beer flowed in paper cups both during and after the service. There was also a presence of marijuana on the premises which was duly noted by the invited journalists.
UA Rush Week
Delta Gamma pledges Adrienne Niblett of Birmingham, Ala., and Laurie Reed of Tucson (backs to camera), get hugs from Delta Gamma members Mimi Muse of Fullerton, Calif., and Mary Jo Stewart of Tucson during Rush Week at the University of Arizona in Sept. 1968.
Joseph Bonanno, Sr.
Peter Notaro, left, believed to be a bodyguard, moves to help Joe Bonanno as the Mafia leader arrives in Tucson in 1968 to visit his home in Catalina Vista.
El Conquistador Hotel
Historic bathroom fixtures, windows and doors salvaged from the hotel before demolition sit in the lobby of El Conquistador Hotel in March, 1968.
Grant Road Lumber fire
Waitresses from a nearby restaurant serve coffer to Tucson Fire commanders during a fire at Grant Road Lumber on May 14, 1968.
Grant Road Lumber fire
Neighbors and restaurant/bar patrons watch a fire at Grant Road Lumber on May 14, 1968.
Magic Carpet Slide
Magic Carpet Slide on Alvernon Way south of 22nd Street in September, 1968.
Sahuaro High School
Students explore the library during open house at Sahuaro High School, Tucson, on Aug. 16, 1968.
Southern Pacific bridge demolition
Two Southern Pacific F7 locomotives pulling freight are the first to cross over the newly completed bridge over the Cienega Wash in March, 1968. The original 1903 span bridge was replaced after a freight collided with it.
Lenny's Texaco
The grand opening at Lenny's Texaco gas station at East Broadway Boulevard and North Swan Road offered free gifts to their customers in March 1968.
Tucson International Airport
Tucson International Airport passenger gates in September, 1968.
Transit strikes in Tucson
Striking members of Local 1167, Amalgamated Transit Workers, stop a bus exiting the Tucson Transit Corp. bus yard on Plumer Ave. in Tucson on June 5, 1968.
Tucson nightclubs in 1968
The Tally Ho Tavern and Cocktails at 546 N. Stone Ave., in Tucson, in August, 1968.
Tucson nightclubs in 1968
The bar at The Cedars, 3501 E. Speedway in Tucson in August, 1968.
Tucson nightclubs in 1968
H. Aram Guiezyan plays the oud at Sanders, Piece of Mind, on 6th Street in Tucson in August, 1968.
Iceland fun
Boys play hockey at Iceland, 5915 E. Speedway Blvd.
Midtown Market
The Midtown Market and Liquor Store was at 258 S Stone Ave and West McCormick Street. It is now the parking lot of the Tucson Police Department's main building. The photo was taken on July 12, 1968.
Tucson Army Surplus Store
Tucson Army Surplus Store which was located north of Broadway on the southwest corner of Mesilla and Meyer. Constructed in 1891, was originally the H. Menager Dry Goods, Clothing and Hardware store. A partner of Henry Meneger was Sabino Otero who had ranches outside of Tucson. Over the years various businesses occupied the site. July 12, 1968. Photo by
Greyhound Bus Station
Greyhound Bus Station, area buildings. July 12, 1968.
Protests
Anti-war demonstrators march their way to City Hall while policemen ensure there are no incidents. January 15, 1968.
Poverty series
Just off South Park Avenue, a young girl reaches into the refrigerator in her home on April 3, 1968. The photo was part of a poverty package that ran in print.
Robert Kennedy
During Robert F. Kennedy's speech at the University of Arizona, people for and against crowd outside the auditorium with signs.
Robert Kennedy 2
Robert F. Kennedy is greeted by many admirers at the Tucson International Airport during his campaign. He is to speak at the University of Arizona. March 29, 1968.
Robert Kennedy support
Robert F. Kennedy speaks to admirers and non-admirers at the University of Arizona. March 29, 1968.
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