Black and white photograph of the Oregon School for the Deaf's girls basketball team in 1922. The photograph shows 16 teenage girls, half of which are sitting and half standing behind them in a gym. One girl at the center holds a basketball that reads "OSD 1922". A handwritten note on the back of the photograph reads "OSSD Girls' basketball team in the new gym - 1922". OSSD stands for Oregon State School for the Deaf, the name of the school from 1913-1989.

Black and white photograph of eleven older students and two staff members standing around a freshly planted tree on the grounds of the Oregon School for the Deaf on Locust Street. Two students hold shovels, one is lifting dirt from the pile. They stand in front of a single story brick building. A handwritten note on the back of the photograph reads: "OSSD class of 1949 planted their fir tree and also the new Primary building opened in May, 1949. Thomas Ulmer, sponar [[sponsor]] and T. A. Lindstrom, sponar [[sponsor]]". OSSD stands for Oregon State School for the Deaf, the name of the school from 1913-1989.

Black and white photograph of the knitting club at the Oregon School for the Deaf on Locust Street. Several teenage girls sit on couches or chairs around the walls of a room while knitting. The room has tall windows with curtains and blinds. Left to right: Phyllis Nelson, Helen Isakson, Jackie Quiring, Nedra Schulke, Dorothy Nelson, Audrenne Ross, Juanita Butler, Frances Owen, Carla Brown, Carol Bender, Dorothy Linden, Elaine Byers. A handwritten note on the back of the photograph reads: "Deaf School Knitting club - Salem Ore -1952".

Black and white photograph of Tyro Elliott, a student at the Oregon School for the Deaf, sitting in his soapbox race car. The car says "Shooting Star" and "School for the Deaf" on its side. There is a ribbon pinned to the student's shirt and he is looking at the camera. A handwritten note on the back of the photograph reads: "Oregon State School for the Deaf 1954 race". The Oregon State School for the Deaf was the name of the school from 1913-1989.

Black and white photograph of students from the Oregon School for the Deaf playing in the YMCA pool in Salem. Several students are splashing and climbing on each other in the pool. The photograph is mounted on a peach colored mat. A handwritten note on the back of the photograph reads: "OSSD pupils went to YMCA in Salem Ore 1957". OSSD stands for Oregon State School for the Deaf, the name of the school from 1913-1989.

A black and white photograph of attendees at the first Biennial meeting of the Oregon Association of the Deaf. The attendees are a mix of men and women and sit or stand in about 5 rows. Each has a ribbon pinned to their front. A corner of the photograph is ripped and missing. On the back of the photograph is a handwritten note that reads: "Every one an old pupil of T.A.L. OSSD Ore. Ass. for the Deaf (1st Biennial) June 1921 OAD members". T.A.L is T. A. Lindstrom, a teacher who taught for 48 years, from 1906 to 1954, at the Oregon School for the Deaf. OSSD stands for Oregon State School for the Deaf, the name of the school from 1913-1989.

A black and white photograph of students and their teacher in a classroom at the Oregon School for the Deaf on Locust Street. Ten students sit at their desks with their teacher sitting at her desk facing them. They are turned to look at the camera. Teacher: Elnora Palm. 1st row (furthest from camera) (left to right): Marcus Brewer, Frank Drapela, Helen Park, Edith Bunrick. 2nd row (left to right): Royal Cooke, Grace Hostetler, Winnie Gaudy. 3rd row (left to right): Pearl Lunday, Albert Harry. 4th row (closest to camera): Grace Wolf-Toll. A note written on the back of the photograph reads: "OSSD classroom 1916". OSSD stands for Oregon State School for the Deaf, the name of the school from 1913-1989.

A black and white photograph of part of the Printing Office of the Oregon School for the Deaf on Locust Street. Two students are working at a 1922-era Model-8 Linotype typesetting machine. One is seated at the keyboard while the other stands beside the machinery. The photograph is mounted on a red mat. Text below the photograph reads: "Printing office in the new Industrial Arts building, 1922. The gym's upstairs."

A black and white photograph of a sewing class at the Oregon School for the Deaf on Locust Street in 1944. Four girls sit at a table working on hand sewing. On the left, a girl sits in a chair hand sewing. On the right, another girl sits at an electric sewing machine. In the foreground is a table with sewing projects on it. A note written on the back of the photograph reads: "OSSD Sewing class - 1944- Salem Ore". OSSD stands for Oregon State School for the Deaf, the name of the school from 1913-1989.

A black and white photograph of students in a classroom at the Oregon School for the Deaf on Locust Street. The class of ten students is standing with their hands on their hearts. One girl holds an American flag in front of them. All the girls are wearing skirts or dresses that are knee length or longer. A note written on the back of the photograph reads: "OSSD pupils' classroom Salem Ore 1962". OSSD stands for Oregon State School for the Deaf, the name of the school from 1913-1989.

Tape 3, Side 1. This oral history interview with Cecil Edwards was conducted by Irvin Luiten from May 18 to 26, 1988. In the interview, Edwards discusses his family history and early life in Salem, Oregon, including his education and early interest in government. He then talks about his experiences working for the Oregon Legislature beginning in 1933, including the old Capitol building, which burned down in 1935; campaigns he worked on; and the role of lobbyists. He also talks about working as secretary for Governor Charles Sprague. Edwards then describes his service in the National Guard during World War II, particularly working with horses and dogs. He talks about returning to work in Oregon government after the war ended, including serving on the Racing Commission; being fired by Governor Mark Hatfield; lobbying for the Oregon Cattlemen’s Association; and returning to the Legislature to work as a secretary. He discusses the numerous committees he was secretary for, including the agriculture committee, fish and game committee, and land-use board. Edwards next discusses his tenure as secretary of the Senate from 1965 to 1975, focusing on many of the legislators he worked with, including Clarence Barton, Debbs Potts, and Jason Boe. He also speaks at length about redistricting, as well as the duties of the secretary of the Senate and Senate rules.

Tape 3, Side 2. This oral history interview with Cecil Edwards was conducted by Irvin Luiten from May 18 to 26, 1988. In the interview, Edwards discusses his family history and early life in Salem, Oregon, including his education and early interest in government. He then talks about his experiences working for the Oregon Legislature beginning in 1933, including the old Capitol building, which burned down in 1935; campaigns he worked on; and the role of lobbyists. He also talks about working as secretary for Governor Charles Sprague. Edwards then describes his service in the National Guard during World War II, particularly working with horses and dogs. He talks about returning to work in Oregon government after the war ended, including serving on the Racing Commission; being fired by Governor Mark Hatfield; lobbying for the Oregon Cattlemen’s Association; and returning to the Legislature to work as a secretary. He discusses the numerous committees he was secretary for, including the agriculture committee, fish and game committee, and land-use board. Edwards next discusses his tenure as secretary of the Senate from 1965 to 1975, focusing on many of the legislators he worked with, including Clarence Barton, Debbs Potts, and Jason Boe. He also speaks at length about redistricting, as well as the duties of the secretary of the Senate and Senate rules.

An aerial view of the Chemawa Indian School in Salem. Several buildings are surrounded by what appear to be farms (negative 1 of 1).

People sitting in a row of chairs of a balcony during a session of the 43rd Oregon State Legislature (members? Observers?). A photograph from this series was published on page 50 of the Oregon Journal on Sunday, February 4, 1945 (negative 7 of 12).

Tape 1, Side 1. This oral history interview with Frankie Bell was conducted by Vinita Howard from November 12-30, 1992. In this interview, Bell discusses her family background and early life in Eugene, Oregon. She discusses her education and attending the University of Oregon. She talks about the difficulty of starting a family while still attending college and trying to have a career. She discusses the various part-time jobs she held until she began working at the Capitol building in Salem, Oregon, in 1966 as a tour guide. She talks about working at the information desk at the Oregon Legislature from 1967 to the time of the interview in 1992, including facing sexism on the job. She describes her observations on the Legislature over her two and a half decades there, including on lobbyists, rumors, and inaugural changes. She also talks about the history of the Capitol building, as well as organizing holidays and exhibits at the building; the gift shop; and school tours. She closes the interview by speaking briefly about the personalities of many legislators over the years.

Tape 1, Side 2. This oral history interview with Frankie Bell was conducted by Vinita Howard from November 12-30, 1992. In this interview, Bell discusses her family background and early life in Eugene, Oregon. She discusses her education and attending the University of Oregon. She talks about the difficulty of starting a family while still attending college and trying to have a career. She discusses the various part-time jobs she held until she began working at the Capitol building in Salem, Oregon, in 1966 as a tour guide. She talks about working at the information desk at the Oregon Legislature from 1967 to the time of the interview in 1992, including facing sexism on the job. She describes her observations on the Legislature over her two and a half decades there, including on lobbyists, rumors, and inaugural changes. She also talks about the history of the Capitol building, as well as organizing holidays and exhibits at the building; the gift shop; and school tours. She closes the interview by speaking briefly about the personalities of many legislators over the years.

Article authored by William Finley discussing the construction of sewage disposal plants in eight Oregon cities and a stream cleanup program.

A photograph of Rosabelle Sanner standing in a grassy area aiming a rifle. A dog stands in front of her and looks at the camera.

A photograph of Emma Sanner lying on the ground draped in a hand-woven silk portiere. Houses are visible behind her.

A view of two Public Service Buildings in Salem, taken from a high angle and looking downward. The buildings appear identical, with a grass park across the street. Cars are parked on streets around the buildings (negative 7 of 10).

Exterior view of Hillcrest school in Salem, Oregon. A row of buildings can be seen on a hillside and people are visible on the sidewalk and porch of one of the buildings. The facility opened as the State Industrial School for Girls in 1914. It was renamed the Hillcrest School for Girls and later Hillcrest School of Oregon. It later became the Hillcrest Youth Correctional Facility before closing in 2017.

A photograph showing the Breyman Horse Trough at Willson Park. It features intricate details and has a statue of an eagle on top. The Waite Memorial Fountain is visible in the distance. The area is landscaped with trees and other greenery.

A photograph showing the Oregon State Fair, including tents and various rides such as Ferris wheels, a carousel, and The Whip. Crowds of people are visible throughout the space.

A photograph of Salem Electric Company, located at 127 N. High Street. It is a large brick building on the corner of the street. A restaurant and garage are visible on either side of the building. Automobiles are visible parked on the street.

A photograph of the Southern Pacific Depot in Salem. Automobiles are visible parked around the building and a train is visible behind.

A photograph of a residence in Salem. The house has striped window awnings. The photograph was taken from the sidewalk below. A stone wall lines the sidewalk and there is landscaped foliage throughout.

A photograph showing the Evens Valley display at the Oregon State Fair. Various fruits and vegetables are arranged throughout the space.

A photograph showing the Eastman Furnaces display at the Oregon State Fair. The display is set up to look like a small room and contains a furnace in the corner. There is an American flag hanging on the wall behind the furnace.