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Widespread Flooding, Columbia River

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.

Deschutes River, Bend, Oregon

Photograph of a grassy area and a gazebo on the Deschutes River, probably the property of Alexander M. Drake. There are several trees and a mountain is visible in the distance. Handwriting on the back of print reads, "Near Bend." Stamp on front indicates 1911 copyright by Kiser Photo Co. while stamp on back indicates 1909 copyright by Kiser Photo Co. for SP&S Railway.

Kiser Photo Co. (Portland, Or.)

Flowers brothers posing with shotguns

A photograph of the Flowers brothers with friends. A handwritten note on the back of the photograph identifies the people in the photographs from left to right as: Ervin Flowers. Elmer Flowers, Vassie Cash, Lee Hankins, and Ralph Flowers. Ervin Flowers and Ralph Flowers each hold a shotgun. A dog and a stuffed pheasant lay on the ground in front of the group.

Exhibit M - Photographs

7 pages of photographs show the areas under consideration for inclusion in a proposed interstate park in the Columbia River Gorge. 32 photos show the character of the terrain, scenic values, and existing development in the Cape Horn, Beacon Rock, Little White Salmon River, and Latourell areas of the gorge.

Pacific Northwest Regional Planning Commission. Columbia Gorge Committee

Camp Coquille, Coquille, Oregon

View of Camp Coquille at Coquille, Oregon. Tents surround a wooden building at the center of the camp. A group of men can be seen posing for the camera in front of the camp. Handwriting on the back of the photo reads, "3/21/35 Dear Major - Thought this would be a welcome addition to your collection. Am still CCC-ing and occasionally contact or receive letters from many of your former officers. All still cherish the memories of the old kingdom of Eugenia. You and Mrs. Corlett left an indelible imprint in the hearts of the men and women you contacted there. We all hope you are well and happy and not too busy. Love to both of you. The Killpacks / Coquille P207 - Co 756 Later / Capt Callen Koziatek."

Killpack, Harry Walter

Group photo of kitchen staff

Eleven men pose for a photo at an unidentified Civilian Conservation Corps camp, possibly Camp Wolf Creek. They are wearing white uniforms and some wear white aprons and hats. One man wears a military uniform. They stand on the porch of a building; above the doorway behind them is a sign that reads, "Kitchen." A man's face is partially visible looking out from the doorway.

Burn on Dead Mountain

A photo shows the aftermath of a forest fire on a mountainside. Charred tree stumps fill the landscape. A caption at the top of the page reads, "Burn on Dead Mountain." Text at the bottom of the page reads, "Fire! It is to prevent such havoc as this that the 3 C movement serves a definite purpose."

Burton, Leo R. T. (Leo Rigel Taylor)

Pictures and map of Camp Wolf Creek (11 of 11)

Three photos show a general view of Camp Wolf Creek; Camp Commander Captain Frank G. Hoffman, Infantry Reserve; and a train carrying members of Company 1921 from Roseburg to the Sacramento District. A hand-drawn map of Camp Wolf Creek is taped to the page. Hand-lettering at the bottom of the page spells "The End."

Burton, Leo R. T. (Leo Rigel Taylor)

Pictures of Camp Wolf Creek (6 of 11)

Eight photos show scenes from in and around Camp Wolf Creek, including the infirmary, company officers, horses, and men swimming in the Little River. Identified individuals are Edgar Flack; Private Frank L. Gourley, 11th Cavalry; Sergeant Eldridge McCormack, 11th Cavalry; Sergeant Henry R. Ross, 11th Cavalry; and Staff Sergeant William R. Kelly, 76th Field Artillery.

Burton, Leo R. T. (Leo Rigel Taylor)

Pictures of Camp Wolf Creek (2 of 11)

Ten photos show camp personnel, the company baseball team, and general views of Camp Wolf Creek. Identified individuals are company clerk Charles Morrison; 1st Lieutenant Norman B. Simmonds, Coast Artillery Corps; 2nd Lieutenant Cheals, 30th Infantry; 2nd Lieutenant Drewfs, Engineer Reserve; and Camp Superintendent Forester LeTourneaux.

Burton, Leo R. T. (Leo Rigel Taylor)

Pictures of Camp Wolf Creek (1 of 11)

Text at the top of the page reads, "Wolf Creek - 1921st Veteran's Co., #F-33, Roseburg, Oregon." Text at the bottom of the page reads, "Winter and Summer Camp." Eight photos show Company 1921 leaving San Francisco, a portrait of Leo R. Burton, the creator of the photo album, and various views in and around the camp. Other identified individuals are 1st Lieutenant George Kenneth Fair, Medical Reserve Corps; Fred H. Russell; Edgar T. Flack; and Dr. F.B. Joy.

Burton, Leo R. T. (Leo Rigel Taylor)

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