75 years ago

June 18, 1943

Margaret Alice Willis, 1940 graduate of Montesano high school, has enlisted as a navy nurse. Miss Willis is also a graduate of St. Peter’s school of nursing in Olympia. Her brother, Raymond A. Willis, chief pharmacist’s mate in the navy, recently received a citation from Secretary of Navy Frank Knox for bravery during the sinking of the U.S.S. Astoria of the Solomon islands last August 9. Their parents are Mr. and Mrs. Clarence G. Willis, Montesano.

50 years ago

June 18, 1968

• A state park encompassing Half Moon Bay and the South Jetty approach will be dedicated Monday in a ceremony featuring Gov. Dan Evans and other dignitaries, the Port of Grays Harbor commissioners announced this morning.

The park comprises 100 acres of land and 4,400 feet of waterfront donated to the state by the Port. Commissioner John Earley termed Half Moon Bay, with its shimmering white sand, “probably the prettiest and least-known beaches along the coast.” He said it is suitable for swimming as it has no undertow, and for water skiing.

• Many exquisite designer costumes, active sports and sunwear, furs and at-home wear will be modeled at the Pat Boone Celebrity Golf Classic fashion show Friday at the Ocean Shores Inn.

Mrs. Pat Boone will be hostess at the noon luncheon. The public is invited to attend.

25 years ago

June 18, 1993

Outstanding performances by the Driftwood Players were recognized recently at the annual awards banquet.

Jane Hansen won the Best Actress award for her stellar performances as the other woman in the production of “Same Time Next Year.”

The Best Actor award was presented to another longtime Driftwood stalwart known for his professional-quality performances. Hank Bilderback won for his role in “Inherit the Wind.”

Best supporting actor is Rick Bates for “Mr. Roberts.” There was a tie for best supporting actress with Patty Sundstrom and Margaret Tingwall winning for their roles in “Nunsense.”

Compiled from the archives of The Daily World by Karen Barkstrom