Children evacuated from Vanport during a flood, being housed at an American Legion Post in Portland. They’re sitting on the ground next to a woman, with emergency cots set up in the background. Photographs from this series were published in the Oregon Journal on Saturday, June 5, 1948 (negative 4 of 6).

A man stirs a pot in a kitchen at an American Legion Post in Portland, being used as temporary housing for Vanport flood evacuees. Three other men stand behind him and smile. Photographs from this series were published in the Oregon Journal on Saturday, June 5, 1948 (negative 6 of 6).

An aerial photograph showing flood water spreading from a broken dike at N.E. 33rd Avenue. Various houses and buildings can be seen surrounded by water (negative 2 of 7).

Mrs. Seeberger stands in a dining room, with several surfaces covered in silkworms, in Milwaukie. This photograph was published in the Oregon Journal on Sunday, July 18, 1948 (negative 2 of 10).

Flood waters at the Union Stockyards in the Kenton area in Portland. A multi-level “Swift & Company” building can be seen in the distance, with other wooden houses reflected in the water (negative 1 of 12).

Flood waters surrounded the Pacific International Livestock Exposition building, near the Kenton area of Portland. The building is reflecting off the water, with “Pacific International Livestock Exposition, Horse Show, Rodeo, October 1-9 ‘48” painted across the side (negative 12 of 12).

Flames and smoke leap from the Highway Theatre at N.E. 52nd Avenue and Sandy Boulevard in Portland. A marquee with a “Highway” neon sign and ticket booth can be seen under the flames, with “Beck’s Drapery Shop” next door. Firemen with ladders and hose can be seen throughout the scene. A photograph from this series was published in the Oregon Journal on Monday, June 21, 1948 (negative 1 of 15).

Fire fighters climb a ladder while battling a blaze at the Highway Theatre at N.E. 52nd Avenue and Sandy Boulevard in Portland. Smoke can be seen rising from the building at the left side of the frame, as other people watch from the ground. A photograph from this series was published in the Oregon Journal on Monday, June 21, 1948 (negative 8 of 15).

Fire fighters drag a hose during a fire at the Highway Theatre at N.E. 52nd Avenue and Sandy Boulevard in Portland. A ticket booth can be seen to the left of the fire fighters. A photograph from this series was published in the Oregon Journal on Monday, June 21, 1948 (negative 9 of 15).

People use a truck to remove debris from Vanport City following a flood. Destroyed buildings and debris can be seen throughout the scene, with several water towers visible in the distance. A photograph from this series was published in the Oregon Journal on Thursday, June 24, 1948 (negative 4 of 6).

An aerial photograph of destroyed and submerged homes in Vanport City after the Vanport Flood. Addresses can be seen written on roofs, and debris is floating throughout the area. A water tower is at the bottom of the frame (negative 15 of 17).

Participants in the Miss Portland contest, at the Nortonia Hotel at 1337 S.W. Washington Street. The women are wearing bathing suits and standing on stage, next to a man speaking into a microphone. A photograph from this series was published in the Oregon Journal on Saturday, July 3, 1948 (negative 5 of 7).

A group of adults and children stand in a shabby kitchen. One woman is holding a small child. A sink and cabinets can be seen in the background (negative 5 of 14).

A shabby kitchen interior, with cabinets, sink, and stove. A large window can be seen in the far wall, and a chair rests along another wall. Various pots can be seen throughout the frame (negative 7 of 14).

Women in coats and hate stand around a table. Several women hold sheer bags, which they appear to be filling from boxes (negative 3 of 3).

A smiling child, wearing a silk hate and outfit, sits on a decorative alter. Chinese writing, intense sticks, and flowers are also on the alter. A pointing hand can be seen on the side of the frame (negative 2 of 8).

A man in a hat and long coat stands on a sidewalk holding a newspaper, which reads “Icy Trap Snares Red Hordes” from the Oregon Journal. A newspaper filled stand is behind the vendor, and a streetcar train can be seen in the background. Two men stand near the edge of the frame facing towards the vendor (negative 1 of 19).

A woman in a hat and long coat stands on a sidewalk holding a newspaper. Other newspapers can be seen on a bench next to the woman, who is wearing an apron printed with “Telephoto Pictures.” In her hand is an Oregon Journal newspaper with “Red Hordes” visible on the front. Behind her is a street and cars, with a sign for “Model Boot Shop” visible (negative 10 of 19).

A man wearing a long coat and hat stands on a sidewalk using crutches. He has a stack of newspapers in both hands, with visible headline “Jury Hits Relief” and is wearing an apron printed with “Telephoto Pictures, The Journal.” Next to the man is a small newspaper stand with doors (negative 16 of 19).

A man man is seated in a wheeled cart with clothespins and newspapers strung along its roof. The seated man is an amputee, and is looking towards another man, who is using an air pump to inflate one of the cart tires. Piles of newspaper sit on a bench and a rolling cart. Cars and buildings can be seen in the background (negative 3 of 19).

A man in a hat and long coat stands on a sidewalk holding a newspaper. Behind him is a decorative stone railing. Held in his extended arm is an Oregon Journal newspaper with “Turned Back” visible on the front page (negative 5 of 19).

A man in a hat and long coat stands on a sidewalk holding a newspaper. Behind him is a stand with smoking pipes, books, cigars, and cameras. In his hand is an Oregon Journal newspaper with the headline “Allied Offensive Hinted” (negative 6 of 19).

Two men stand on the Broadway Bridge looking west across the Willamette River. A large ship, “Bengaalis” is docked, and the “Crown Flour” building can be seen in the distance. The west hills are visible in the distance (negative 1 of 17).

The Broadway Bridge crosses over the Willamette River, likely looking towards the west. A shoreline with bare dirt is in the foreground (negative 10 of 17).

Several large gears and machines inside a building on the Steel Bridge in Portland. A man in a hat stands in front of a set of windows at the far side of the room (negative 14 of 17).

A man stands next to a mechanical unit, likely in the Steel Bridge gatehouse, holding a lever and crank in each hand. Another lever and set of cranks can also be seen. Two windows look out towards a bell, steel beams and a road (negative 8 of 17). Original title: “Portland bridge gatemen, Broadway and Steel bridges.”

People stand on a smoke-filled street during Chinese New Year. A stand of fireworks extends from the top of the frame, and a person holding a large dragon or lion can be seen mid-stride. A sign attached to a building reads “Hong Kong Cafe Chop Suey” (negative 1 of 18).

Photograph taken from above, showing people standing on a street watching a lion dance during Chinese New Year. A group of men hold cymbals and drums next to a cart (negative 11 of 18).