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Oak Grove project, looking up Elk Lake from outlet

Photograph looking across Elk Lake, showing Mount Beachie and adjacent ridgelines. On the right side of the image is a large area of burned trees, leading up to Battle Axe Mountain. Written on the negative is “Looking up Elk Lake from outlet – Mt Beachie in the center, 11-6-20” and “E309.09-O-9.” (Image note: see related image PGE 16-21).

Oak Grove project, looking south at Detroit

Photograph taken from a high point looking downward at a town of Detroit (Oregon) with several buildings. In the distance a hillside can be seen above the town, leading up to high ridge points. Several areas of burned trees can be seen above the town. Written on the negative is “Looking south at Detroit, Oregon – Nov 6 1920.”

Oak Grove project, looking north down elk Lake

Photograph looking across Elk Lake, showing the prominent point of Battle Axe Mountain in the distance. Many of the trees in the image appear to be recently burned. Written on the negative is “Looking up Elk Lake from outlet – Battle Axe Mt at back” and “E309.09-O-9.” (Image note: see related image PGE 16-23).

Oak Grove project, looking up Elk Lake

Photograph taken from shoreline, showing Elk Lake during the winter with snow on the ground. In the distance, a man with a jacket and hat stands next to the water. Behind him are trees that appear to be recently burned. Written on the negative is “Looking north down Elk Lake, 11-5-20.” and “E301.09-O-4.”

Fire aftermath in Silverton

A photograph showing the aftermath of a fire on the west side of Water Street at Oak Street in Silverton. The fire burned Drake Bros. Studio, Olsen Saloon, and Graham's Butcher Shop. The Opera House is visible in the background on the left and the Silverton Hotel is visible in the background on the right.

Drake, June D., 1880-1969

Aftermath of Opera House fire, Silverton, Oregon

A view of the aftermath of a fire on Oak Street in Silverton, Oregon that destroyed the Opera House theater and surrounding businesses on April 23, 1935. Several storefronts can be seen with fire damage, including one with a sign that reads "Duck N Swallow Lunch." Debris is visible on the ground in front of the buildings and people are visible milling around the area.

Drake, June D., 1880-1969

Aftermath of Opera House fire, Silverton, Oregon

A view of the aftermath of a fire in Silverton, Oregon that destroyed the Opera House theater and surrounding businesses on April 23, 2935. An area of smoldering rubble can be seen with a sidewalk and street running in front of it. A man is visible standing on the sidewalk and looking at the camera.

Drake, June D., 1880-1969

Aftermath of Opera House fire, Silverton, Oregon

A view of the aftermath of a fire on Oak Street in Silverton, Oregon that destroyed the Opera House theater and surrounding businesses on April 23, 1935. A large space with smoldering rubble can be seen at one end of the street, with damaged buildings next to it. Wooden barriers have been erected around the buildings and groups of people stand next to it.

Drake, June D., 1880-1969

Aftermath of Opera House fire, Silverton, Oregon

A view of the aftermath of a fire that destroyed the Opera House theater and surrounding businesses in Silverton, Oregon on April 23, 1935. The foundation of a building can be seen with burnt wood and smoldering rubble on top of it. Two people can be seen walking in the background.

Drake, June D., 1880-1969

Aftermath of State Capitol Building fire, Salem, Oregon

A partial view of the Oregon State Capitol building in Salem, Oregon following a fire that damaged the building on April 25, 1935. The building's front columns can be seen from the side with damaged pieces of the roof above. Debris is visible on the ground next to the building.

Drake, June D., 1880-1969

Aftermath of State Capitol Building fire, Salem, Oregon

Exterior view of the Oregon State Capitol building in Salem, Oregon following a fire that damaged the building on April 25, 1935. The front of the building can be seen with damage to the roof. People stand on the lawn looking at the building.

Drake, June D., 1880-1969

Aftermath of State Capitol Building fire, Salem, Oregon

Exterior view of the Oregon State Capitol building in Salem, Oregon following a fire that damaged the building on April 25, 1935. The front steps of the building can be seen with debris laying on top of them and damage is visible to the roof. People stand on the lawn and look at the building.

Drake, June D., 1880-1969

Aftermath of State Capitol Building fire, Salem, Oregon

An exterior view of the front of the Oregon State Capitol Building in Salem, Oregon following a fire that damaged the building on April 25, 1935. Debris can be seen laying on the front steps of the building and damage is visible to the roof. Two men can be seen standing in front of the building with their backs to the camera.

Drake, June D., 1880-1969

Bank safe

An open bank safe sits amid debris from the April 23, 1935 fire that destroyed the Opera House theater and damaged nearby buildings in Silverton, Oregon. A group of people can be seen standing in the background. Accompanying description reads, "Coolidge and McClaine - bank safe 1880 Fire 1935 First Safe used in Coolidge & McCLaine Bank, 1880."

Drake, June D., 1880-1969

Aftermath of Opera House fire, Silverton, Oregon

The aftermath of a fire on April 23, 1935 that destroyed the Opera House Theater and damaged surrounding buildings in Silverton, Oregon. A large area of smoldering rubble can be seen with people standing and walking nearby. Two men are suspended from a nearby utility line doing work on the wire.

Drake, June D., 1880-1969

Aftermath of Opera House fire, Silverton, Oregon

A view of Oak Street in Silverton, Oregon following the April 23, 1935 fire that destroyed the Opera House Theater and damaged surrounding buildings. Damaged buildings can be seen next to a large empty area at the end of the street. Wooden barriers have been erected around the buildings and groups of people stand looking at the damage.

Drake, June D., 1880-1969

Opera House fire, Silverton, Oregon

Fire consumes the Opera House Theater on the corner of Oak and Water streets in Silverton, Oregon at 2:30 am on April 23, 1935. Flames can be seen coming out of the building. The silhouettes of firefighters are visible on the street and a stream of water can be seen aimed at the building.

Drake, June D., 1880-1969

Aftermath of State Capitol Building fire, Salem, Oregon

Exterior view of the Oregon State Capitol Building following a fire on April 25, 1935. Fire damage can be seen to the building. Groups of people stand on the lawn looking at the building. "The Circuit Rider" statue can be seen on the front lawn.

Drake, June D., 1880-1969

Aftermath of State Capitol Building fire, Salem, Oregon

Exterior view of the Oregon State Capitol Building following a fire on April 25, 1935. Fire damage can be seen to the building and debris lays on the front steps and on the surrounding lawn. A woman stands on the lawn and looks at the building

Drake, June D., 1880-1969