Elaine Raines has been the librarian at the Arizona Daily Star for almost 30 years. While she does not claim to be a historian, she does have access to a treasure trove of great historical information.
"Tales from the Morgue" is a way to share some of that information with readers.
If you have an idea for a tale from Tucson's past that you would like to share, please e-mail morguetales@ azstarnet.com.
We love our saguaros. They are one of the most distinctive features of our area. The saguaro blossom is the State Flower and there’s a National Park glorifying its existence. But, often we have an odd way of expressing our love. The stately cactus must sometimes think “I get no respect.”
Here are a few examples of saguaro ‘art’ from the archives.
Courtesy Arizona Historical Society in 1940, Roy Drachman adjusted a model’s cactus bikini. The photo shoot was for a tourism promotion.
2004 Star photo A bobblehead saguaro from the Albuquerque Airport.
1997 Star photo A saguaro football player and two cheerleaders.
1996 Star photo A saguaro antenna topper and a pair of saguaro-decorated boots.
1998 Star photo Before a costumed fun run, this saguaro answered the call. Or tried to.
2000 Star photo The natural beauty of a saguaro, the night sky and a timed exposure.
