Document, "Block Warden Data Sheet," Seattle Municipal Defense Commission, circa 1940s. Contains a list of names, addresses, telephone numbers, and civil defense assignments for households in a Seattle neighborhood (Section 12, Precinct 11, Block No.…
Document, "Block Warden's Equipment Sheet," Seattle Municipal Defense Commission, circa 1940s. Contains a list of equipment issued to Block Wardens, including tools, cots, stretchers, and camp stoves. The document has been filled out for Section 12,…
General Order No. 3, Headquarters Chief Air Raid Warden, Seattle, Washington, April 20, 1942. Provides information related to handling transmittal of color signals and emergency authority of air raid wardens.
Blank test sheet for the General Course for Air Raid Wardens, prepared by training officer Warren L. Beuschlein, Chief Air Raid Warden's Staff, Seattle, Washington, April 1942. Four typed pages.
Select pages from one of William H. Cook, Jr.'s pilot logbooks, 1936-1937. Includes aircraft and flight details, such as dates, locations, license numbers, and remarks. One page includes a notarized statement regarding Cook's flight time. Frequent…
Eulogy titled "Bill Cook's family life," written by William H. Cook, Jr.'s son, Wyatt Cook, April 30, 2012. Describes Cook's family life and shares personal anecdotes about the Cook family. The eulogy was given at a memorial celebration held at The…
Eulogy titled "Bill Cook's outdoor adventures," written by Boeing test pilot Richard K. "Buzz" Nelson, April 30, 2012. Describes William H. Cook, Jr.'s outdoor hobbies, including flying, camping, and fishing. The eulogy was given at a memorial…
Eulogy titled "Bill Cook's Boeing career," written by Richard W. "Dick" Taylor, April 30, 2012. Describes William H. Cook, Jr.'s work at Boeing and his involvement in various aircraft projects. The eulogy was given at a memorial celebration held at…
Eulogy titled "Bill Cook's early years," written by William H. Cook, Jr.'s daughter, Tandy Cook Hennings, April 30, 2012. Describes Cook's childhood, school years, and lifelong interest in aviation. The eulogy was given at a memorial celebration held…