Negative of a photographic postcard showing an aerial view of the Capitol building and surrounding area in Salem, Oregon. The bottom right corner of the negative is cut off. Handwriting on negative reads, "Aerial of Capitol Bldgs. Salem, Ore. Christian 11-528."

Negative of a photographic postcard showing an aerial view of the Bonneville Dam on the Columbia River in the Columbia River Gorge. Water rushes out of the spillway gates, also known as floodgates, of the dam. View looks east past the dam and up the river. Handwriting on negative reads, "Bonneville Dam - Oregon - Washington. Christian 11-625." Number printed in bottom right corner: 112189

Negative of a photographic postcard showing an aerial view of the Crooked River Gorge in Oregon. Two bridges cross the gorge, including the Crooked River High Bridge. Handwriting on negative reads, "Crooked River Gorge - The Dalles-Calif. Hwy. Christian S-478."

Negative of a photographic postcard showing an aerial view of Portland University, known today as the University of Portland. There are several buildings and large fields. A portion of the Willamette River is visible at the top of the frame. Handwriting on negative reads, "Portland University - Portland, Ore. Christian 11-855A." This phrase is written twice on the negative.

Negative of a photographic postcard showing an aerial view of the Portland-Columbia Airport, known today as the Portland International Airport. Two Northwest Airlines planes sit on the tarmac next to a building. Handwriting on negative reads, "N.W. Airlines - Columbia Airport - Portland, Oregon. Christian 11-856."

Aerial photograph of the Bonneville Dam on the Columbia River in the Columbia River Gorge. Looking east, up the river. Stamp on the back of the print reads, "Taken by the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bonneville Power Administration, Portland, Oregon. Please credit." Second stamp reads, "H.W.S. Apr 1, 1948." Third stamp reads, "Beaver Engraving Co." of Portland, Oregon.

Aerial photograph of widespread flooding during the Vanport Flood. Several apartment buildings float in the floodwater after having been lifted from their foundations. Handwritten note on back indicates this was taken May 31, 1948 by someone named "Dixon." Likely a student at the Northwest School of Photography. This print is from the same negative or take as OrgLot762_B1F8_029.

Aerial photograph looking down on flooded buildings and debris in Vanport during the Vanport Flood. Several apartment buildings float in the floodwater after having been lifted from their foundations. The cloverleaf roads in the bottom left corner are south of the Interstate Bridge. Handwritten note on back indicates this was taken May 31, 1948 by someone named "Vail." Likely a student at the Northwest School of Photography.

Aerial photograph of widespread flooding in Vanport during the Vanport Flood. Several apartment buildings float in the floodwater after having been lifted from their foundations. In the foreground, Denver Avenue and Vanport ramp are visible. Handwritten note on back indicates this was taken May 31, 1948 by a someone named "Vail." Likely a student at the Northwest School of Photography.

Aerial photograph of widespread flooding during the Vanport Flood. Several apartment buildings float in the floodwater after having been lifted from their foundations. Handwritten note on back indicates this was taken May 31, 1948 by a someone named "Vail." Likely a student at the Northwest School of Photography.

Aerial photograph of widespread flooding during the Vanport Flood. Several apartment buildings float in the floodwater after having been lifted from their foundations. Handwritten note on back indicates this was taken May 31, 1948 by a someone named "Vail." Likely a student at the Northwest School of Photography.

Aerial photograph of widespread flooding during the Vanport Flood. Several apartment buildings float in the floodwater after having been lifted from their foundations. Handwritten note on back indicates this was taken May 31, 1948 by a someone named "Vail." Likely a student at the Northwest School of Photography.

Aerial photograph of widespread flooding during the Vanport Flood. Several apartment buildings float in the floodwater after having been lifted from their foundations. Handwritten note on back indicates this was taken May 31, 1948 by a someone named "Vail." Likely a student at the Northwest School of Photography.

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).

An aerial photograph of the Rogue River, in the Grants Pass area (negative 6 of 10).

An aerial photograph of the Rogue River, in the Grants Pass area. A dirt road can be seen at the left side of the frame, following the river (negative 8 of 10).

A road and building on a hillside near the Rogue River and Grants Pass. Possibly an abandoned mining operation? (negative 4 of 10).

An aerial photograph of an isolated cabin in the Siskiyou mountains in Oregon, where Robert Fox was murdered. A cropped version of this photograph was published in the Oregon Journal on Friday, May 9, 1947 (negative 2 of 7).

An aerial photograph of an unidentified river near the murder of Robert Fox, in the Siskiyou mountains in Oregon. A photograph from this series was published in the Oregon Journal on Friday, May 9, 1947 (negative 7 of 7).

An aerial photograph of an isolated cabin in the Siskiyou mountains in Oregon, where Robert Fox was murdered. A photograph from this series was published in the Oregon Journal on Friday, May 9, 1947 (negative 1 of 7).

Aerial photograph of Newport. The Yaquina Jetties, bridge, and bay are visible.

Photograph of a photograph. The original picture is an aerial photograph showing the West Hills Golf Course at Washington Park in Portland and the surrounding landscape. Written at the bottom of the photograph is the text “#11 West Hills Golf Course / Municipal / Canyon Rd.”

Photograph of a photograph. The original picture is an aerial photograph showing the City View Golf Course in Portland and the surrounding area. Written at the bottom of the photograph is the text “#12 City View Golf Course Semi-Public 2 ½ mi S of Lent [sic] 92 St.”

Photograph of a photograph. The original picture is an aerial photograph showing Monagh Lea Golf Course, located off Sandy Boulevard east of Parkrose. At the bottom of the photograph is text that is only partially readable; the legible section appears to read “#15 Monagh Lea Golf.”

Aerial photograph showing part of Hayden Island at bottom; the Columbia River at center; and the Smith and Bybee Wetlands at upper right. The view is to the west. At bottom, on Hayden Island, is the Jantzen Beach amusement park. The wings of the plane from which the photograph was taken are partially visible at left.

Aerial photograph showing an unidentified open-air stadium. The stadium seating is covered on one side. In the arena are horseback riders and possibly livestock. Tipis are standing near the stadium at left.

Aerial photograph showing buildings and streets in downtown Roseburg, Oregon. The view is toward the west. At top are the South Umpqua River and hills on the west side of the river. The view is partially obstructed by the struts of the aircraft from which the photograph was taken. See related image No. 371N5719. Image note: Light leaks on negative.

Photograph of a photograph. The original picture is an aerial photograph showing the Riverside Golf Club (now the Riverside Golf & Country Club) in Portland and the surrounding area. Written at the bottom of the original photograph is the text “#6 Riverside Golf Club Pvt. Columbia Slough Dist.”