Woman diving into Silver Creek, Silverton, Oregon
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- 1908 - 1930?
Part of June D. Drake photographs
A woman dives off a diving board into Silver Creek at Coolidge McClain Park in Silverton, Oregon.
Drake, June D., 1880-1969
Woman diving into Silver Creek, Silverton, Oregon
Part of June D. Drake photographs
A woman dives off a diving board into Silver Creek at Coolidge McClain Park in Silverton, Oregon.
Drake, June D., 1880-1969
Part of Al Monner news negatives
Photograph showing the Wilson River, taken during an inspection of the Wilson River Road (negative 7 of 16).
Monner, Al (Alfred Anthony), 1909-1998
William Finley speech for 20th Izaak Walton League Annual Meeting
Izaak Walton League of America
Willamette River flood stage in Portland
Part of Al Monner news negatives
A flooded Willamette River in Portland. Two wooden buildings and several boats are surrounded by water and logs, while downtown and the second Morrison Bridge can be seen in the distance. Photographs from this series were published in the Oregon Journal on Tuesday, January 1, 1946 (negative 2 of 3).
Monner, Al (Alfred Anthony), 1909-1998
Willamette River flood stage in Portland
Part of Al Monner news negatives
A flooded Willamette River in Portland, taken under the Morrison Bridge, and looking towards the Burnside and Steel Bridges. This photograph was published in the Oregon Journal on Tuesday, January 1, 1946 (negative 3 of 3)
Monner, Al (Alfred Anthony), 1909-1998
Willamette River flood stage in Portland
Part of Al Monner news negatives
A flooded Willamette River in Portland, flowing under the second Morrison Bridge. Looking west, downtown Portland can be seen at the other side of the water, including the Jackson Building. This photograph was published in the Oregon Journal on Tuesday, January 1, 1946 (negative 1 of 3).
Monner, Al (Alfred Anthony), 1909-1998
Manuscript that recollects when Governor Clarence D. Martin called out Portland's mayor at the time, Mayor Carson, on the pollution being dumped into the Willamette River. The document goes on to point out how this is a violation of state law. Portland was not the only area affected.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
Photograph looking towards to the west, showing a barge and tug boat on the Willamette River. The Hawthorne Bridge is visible to the right, and numerous buildings along the waterfront can be seen. Written on the negative is "50-471."
Willamette River - St. Johns Bridge - Oregon
Negative of a photographic postcard showing the St. Johns Bridge in Portland, Oregon. Taken from the west side of the Willamette River, and looking east across the river to the St. Johns neighborhood. Black smoke rises into the air from an area in St. Johns behind the bridge. The Portland Tug and Barge Co. is visible in the foreground. The image is framed by tree leaves on the left and right. Handwriting on negative reads, "Willamette River - St. John's (sic) Bridge - Oregon. Christian 586."
Christian (Photographer)
Widespread Flooding, Columbia River
Part of Jerry Jiro Yasutome photographs
Photograph of a helicopter flying over flooding on the Columbia River near The Dalles. Same flooding that caused the Vanport Flood down river. In the background, a flooded building is completely surrounded by water in the Columbia River. In the foreground, railroad tracks disappear underwater. Handwritten note on back indicates this was taken by someone named "Dixon" for the PM Advanced Portrait class. Likely a student at the Northwest School of Photography.
Widespread Flooding, Columbia River
Part of Jerry Jiro Yasutome photographs
Photograph of flooding on the Columbia River, very likely near The Dalles. Same flooding that caused the Vanport Flood down river. Photograph looks up the Columbia River, and shows a flooded railroad yard on the south bank of the river. Handwritten note on back indicates this was taken May 30, 1948 by someone named "Foster." Likely a student at the Northwest School of Photography.
Widespread Flooding, Columbia River
Part of Jerry Jiro Yasutome photographs
Photograph of flooding on the Columbia River near The Dalles. Same flooding that caused the Vanport Flood down river. In the background, a flooded building is completely surrounded by water in the Columbia River. In the foreground, railroad tracks disappear underwater. Handwritten note on back indicates this was taken May 30, 1948, by someone named "Foster" or "Lofie." Possibly Lafayette “Lafie” Leonard Foster who was likely associated with the Northwest School of Photography and later a photographer for The Dalles Chronicle.
White Horse Rapids - Deschutes River, Oregon
Negative of a photographic postcard showing rapids on the Deschutes River. Taken from the shore of the river, looking towards desert hills and rock formations on the other side of the river. Handwriting on negative reads, "White Horse Rapids - Deschutes River - Oregon. Deschutes River - Oregon. Christian S-291." This phrase is written twice on the negative.
Christian (Photographer)
"Whales, ospreys, and elk teeth"
Newspaper clipping discussing various obstacles faced by the Oregon Game Commission, including the killing of ospreys at Mirror Pond. The article also focuses on the stocking of trout in the Calapooia River.
The Times (Brownsville, Or.)
Wealth may come from primitive areas in Oregon
Manuscript that examines the uptick of interest and financial gain in Oregon's outdoors. A particular interest in the Rogue River Valley is explored. The author comments on the amount of funds for paving roads in order to allow people to access the wilderness easily. The document also points out that there are many ways to destroy natural areas, but few are considering how to preserve them.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
"Waterfowl survey - Washington and Oregon, west of the Cascades"
Report discussing the effects of carp, agriculture, and hunting on waterfowl populations in Washington and western Oregon. The report also describes species of waterfowl and their diet.
Scheffer, Theodore H.
Photograph showing flowing waterfalls on an unidentified river (possibly the Columbia River?). Behind the waterfalls, possible dam infrastructure can be seen. In the background, more rocky cliffs can be seen, as well as a road and electrical lines. Written on the side of the negative is "49-170." (Image note: see related images PGE 49-154, PGE 49-161, PGE 49-172, PGE 49-174, PGE 49-175, PGE 49-178, PGE 49-184, PGE 49-185).
Photograph showing flowing waterfalls on an unidentified river (possibly the Columbia River?). In the background, more rocky cliffs can be seen, as well as a road and electrical lines. Written on the side of the negative is "49-161." (Image note: see related images PGE 49-154, PGE 49-170, PGE 49-172, PGE 49-174, PGE 49-175, PGE 49-178, PGE 49-184, PGE 49-185).
Waterfalls near Deschutes River
A railroad track runs alongside a river, likely the Deschutes River. To the left, several waterfalls run down the side of a canyon. Handwriting on back reads, "Oak Springs, Deschutes River." Stamp for Kiser Photo Co. on front of print.
Kiser Photo Co. (Portland, Or.)
Waterfall at Cove Palisades State Park area
Photograph looking at a cascading waterfall, flowing down a cliff face and into a river, which extends towards the camera. Foliage can be seen around the waterfall. The body of water is the Deschutes River or the Crooked River.
View of Mount Jefferson from Cove Palisades State Park
Photograph looking westward across a scenic open valley at Cove Palisades State Park towards Mount Jefferson and Ollalie Butte. The Deschutes River can be seen at the bottom of the valley, with hills and cliffs extending into the distance.
View of Mount Jefferson from Cove Palisades State Park
Photograph looking westward across a scenic open valley at Cove Palisades State Park towards Mount Jefferson and Ollalie Butte. A river can be seen at the bottom of the valley, possible the Deschutes and Crooked Rivers coming together near the Island.
Vancouvery Ferry at Hayden Island
Photograph showing a ferry at Hayden Island, with a dirt road leading to a loading dock for automobiles and horse-drawn carts. On the ferry is a sign with “City of Vancouver” written on it. The Columbia River can be seen behind the ferry, as well as a metal bridge spanning the water (likely the Burlington Northern Santa Fe bridge 9.6).
Vancouvery Ferry at Hayden Island
Photograph taken from a side angle showing a ferry at Hayden Island on the Columbia River, which appears to be behind a wooden dock. On the ferry is a sign with “City of Vancouver” written on it. Wooden pillars can be seen in the water in front of the ferry, and a bridge is in the distant background ((likely the Burlington Northern Santa Fe bridge 5.1).
Photograph showing a frames image of the Vancouver Ferry on a body of water (likely the Columbia River). A smokestack on the ship releases steam into the air, and the shoreline can be seen in the distance. People can be seen on the front and back of the ship, as well as an automobile.
U.S.S. Scania with Navy members returning home
Part of Al Monner news negatives
The U.S.S. Scania on the Willamette River, after its arrival in Portland with returning Navy members. People can be seen lining the deck of the ship, with the west hills visible at the far side of the river (negative 2 of 15).
Monner, Al (Alfred Anthony), 1909-1998
U.S. Mail Boat Under Forestry Bridge, Rogue River, Agness, Oregon.
Negative of a photographic postcard showing a U.S. mail boat passing under a suspension bridge on the Rogue River at Agness, Oregon. Handwriting on negative reads, "U.S. Mail Boat under Forestry Bridge, Rogue River, Agness, Ore, near Singing Springs Ranch." Handwritten note on envelope indicates this was taken in 1958.
U.S. Mail Boat - Forestry Bridge approaching Singing Springs Ranch - Rogue River, Agness, Oregon
Negative of a photographic postcard showing 2 people in a U.S. mail boat on the Rogue River near Agness, Oregon. A suspension bridge crosses the river behind them. Handwriting on negative reads, "U.S. Mail Boat - Forestry Bridge approaching Singing Springs Ranch - Rogue River, Agnes (sic), Ore. Christian P-292." Handwritten note on envelope indicates this was taken in 1957.
Christian (Photographer)