Manuscript describing a trip. Highlights include the convenience of a machine that provides fuel, shelter, and the ability to cook. Observations of wildlife and the environment are also included.

Negative of a photographic postcard showing the Maryhill Junction Motel near Biggs Junction, Oregon. A sign advertises steam heat and vacancies at the motel. There is a white wooden fence in the foreground. Handwriting on negative reads, "Maryhill Junction Motel. Christian 11-902." The top of the negative is scratched.

Negative of a photographic postcard showing Dinty's Service Station in Biggs Junction, Oregon. There are 3 gas pumps at the station and 2 men stand to the left. A sign on the left reads, "Registered Rest Room." Other signs advertise coffee, cold drinks, and Coca-Cola. Handwriting on negative reads, "Christian 11-846."

Negative of a photographic postcard showing the confluence of the John Day River and the Columbia River. Two bridges cross the John Day River, a highway bridge and a railroad bridge on the right. A sign at the bridge reads, "County Line: Entering Sherman County." Handwriting on negative reads, "John Day River - Columbia River - Ore. Christian 11-922."

Negative of a photographic postcard showing a service station in Biggs Junction, Oregon. A sign on the building reads, "Biggs Mobilgas," and another sign advertises a confectionary and lunch room. There are 2 automobiles at the station.

Negative of a photographic postcard showing the confluence of the John Day River and the Columbia River in Oregon. View west down the Columbia River and Mount Hood in the distance. A railroad bridge crosses the John Day River, though the river itself is not visible. There are railroad tracks in the foreground. Handwriting on negative reads, "Mouth of John Day Riv. - Mt. Hood in distance. Christian 11-998."

Negative of a photographic postcard showing Dinty's Service Station in Biggs Junction, Oregon. Multiple buildings house a cafe and a motel. There are 2 Texaco gas pumps across the street from the buildings. Handwritten note on envelope indicates this was taken in 1952.