Tape 1. This audio recording consists of a speech delivered by President Franklin D. Roosevelt on September 29, 1937, at the opening of the Bonneville Dam. It includes introductory remarks on traffic safety by Oregon Governor Earl Snell. The recording has been edited for radio broadcast and is a condensed version of Roosevelt's speech. A transcript, which was published in The Public Papers and Addresses of Franklin D. Roosevelt, includes the full text of his remarks. In the speech, Roosevelt speaks about the challenges posed by urban growth, including traffic congestion, housing prices, and increased energy consumption. He then talks about the regional benefits of the Bonneville Dam and future dam projects on the Columbia River. He addresses his plan for rural electrification, as well as the arguments of those opposed to the plan. He closes the speech by again describing the benefits of the Bonneville Dam to the region.

Negative of a photographic postcard showing the Mill River Power Plant at the River Mill Dam in Estacada, Oregon. Water from the Clackamas River goes over the spillway. Handwriting on negative reads, "Mill River Power Plant - Estacada, Ore. Christian 11-6010."

A man surveys a dirt area in front of large spillway bays at the McNary Dam on the Columbia River, during its construction. Water can be seen at the base of the cement pillars, with the Columbia River visible in the distance. Photographs from this series were published in the Oregon Journal on Sunday, April 30, 1950 (negative 1 of 42).

An overhead view of construction at the McNary Dam on the Columbia River. The structure is built of wood, rebar, and cement, with the water visible in the distance. Photographs from this series were published in the Oregon Journal on Sunday, April 30, 1950 (negative 23 of 42).

A ferry on the Columbia River, carrying workers during the construction of the McNary Dam. Automobiles and people can be seen on the ferry, which appears to be docked on the river. Next to the ferry is another ship, the Betty Lou Russell. The far shore of the river can be seen in the distance. Photographs from this series were published in the Oregon Journal on Sunday, April 30, 1950 (negative 31 of 42).

Construction at the McNary Dam on the Columbia River. Water can be seen at the base of the spillway bays, with the dam structure in various stages of construction with wood and cement. Photographs from this series were published in the Oregon Journal on Sunday, April 30, 1950 (negative 5 of 42).

An aerial photograph of the Rogue River, showing several docks, and what is likely the removed Savage Rapids Dam near Grants Pass (negative 1 of 10).

Photograph looking across the water showing several large industrial buildings on the shore. On the left side is a pulp and paper company, and a white building with a large smokestack can be seen in the center of the frame. Along the shore are stacks of wood (possibly crates).

Photograph showing a wooden building and dock for a paper and pulp company. Shallow water can be seen throwing through a trench towards the left side of the frame.

Photograph showing a man working with a truck and hoisting machine on top of a wooden dam structure. The man stands next to the truck. Water is visible at the base of wooden stucture, which appears to be filled with rocks.

Photograph taken from a high angle showing several men working with a truck and hoisting machine next to flowing water of the Willamette River. On the left side of the image, two men stand on a dock platform while one holds a wooden pole.

Photograph of generator unit #3 at Cazadero Dam/Station G, taken two months after the 1908 accident due to equipment malfunction. On the front of the unit “General Electric Company” is written. A man stands on the left side of the frame with one hand on a wheel.

Photograph looking downriver, showing a bridge above the dam and lodge (building visible on left at top of hill). Another wooden building is visible next to the lodge, and the river continues around a bend into the distance.

Photograph taken from a side angle, looking across a suspension bridge at Cazadero Dam/Station G. The bridge leads to steps, which go to the top of the hill across the water. Several buildings and transmission poles can be seen at the top of the hill. On the left side of the frame, the edge of a brick building can be seen.

Photograph showing in-progress re-decking of the spillway at the Cazadero Dam/Station G. Men are visible at the top and bottom of the structure, and water and wood debris can be seen below the spillway.

Photograph showing completed re-decking on the spillway at Cazadero Dam/Station G. Wood debris can be seen in the water below the spillway, and leftover ropes, ladders and tools are visible on the lower walkway.

Photograph showing the fishway Cazadero Dam/Station G. A man sits in a boat looking at the camera, with the wooden dam structure is visible behind. Part of the flume can be seen along the right side of the frame.

Photograph taken during a flood at Cazadero Dam/Station G. A large amount of water flows down the spillway on the left side of the image, and the flume is visible across the water.

Photograph showing construction of Cazadero Dam. Several workers can be seen in the distance at the top of a stacked wooden dam structure, with a dirt hillside above. The Clackamas River is visible at the bottom of the dam, and trees (possibly burnt) can be seen at the top of the hill.

Photograph showing the Cazadero Dam flume running into the distance. Trees (possible burned) can be seen on both sides of the (excavated?) canal.

Photograph looking upstream, below proposed upper dam site at Cazadero Dam/Station G. A railroad track and flume can be seen running into the distance around a hillside, and two possible construction vehicles are visible. The river can be seen on the left side of the frame.

Photograph showing the spillway on an unidentified dam, looking upriver. Trees can be seen along the water. On the negative is written "49-115." (Image note: see related image PGE 49-116).

Photograph showing men working underneath a dam structure using a hose and pump. Layers of rock and silt can be seen in front of the men, with a large piece of basalt at the bottom of the frame. Written on the negative is "49-184." (Image note: see likely related images PGE 49-154, PGE 49-161, PGE 49-170, PGE 49-172, PGE 49-174, PGE 49-175, PGE 49-178, PGE 49-185).

Photograph showing a man facing towards a large electrical generator at the Oak Grove Dam. On his right is a stairway leading to the upper level of the generator, which is in a large industrial powerhouse building. Written on the negative is "49-291."

Photograph showing a man wearing a long jacket standing on a raised cement platform. He is looking towards three large electrical units with belts, and water can be seen under the platform. In the background is a wooded hillside. Written on the negative is "51-868."

Photograph showing a large stream of water exiting a pipe and flowing towards the camera. In the background are several hills of dirt and rock, as well as a cement bridge. Written on the negative is "56-254."

Photograph showing the exterior of the River Mill Dam powerhouse, likely shortly after construction. Loose hillsides can be seen to the left and right of the building, with transmission lines throughout (image note: corner of glass negative is broken and missing).

Photograph taken from a side angle of the River Mill Dam and powerhouse, showing exterior of building and view of dam structure. Water from the Clackamas River can be seen moving over the dam, and trees and transmission lines are visible in the distance.