Photograph of camellia blossoms in vases and bowls, labeled and displayed on a long table. The photograph may have been taken at the Portland Camellia Society show in 1942.

Photograph of camellia blossoms in a shallow decorative bowl, possibly at the Portland Camellia Society show in 1942.

Photograph of an arrangement of camellia blossoms and a coffee service set on a wooden table. On the table next to the camellias is a first-prize ribbon with the words “Portland Camellia Society” on it. The photograph was probably taken at the Portland Camellia Society show in 1942.

Photograph of camellia blossoms arranged in a shallow decorative bowl. A prize ribbon on the table next to the camellias has the following text: “First Prize / First Annual Camellia Show / Portland Camellia Society / Mar. 31 - Apr. 1 1942.”

Photograph of an unidentified woman leaning on a small table on which camellias and a tea set are displayed. The photograph may have been taken at the Portland Camellia Society show in 1942.

Photograph of three unidentified women and an unidentified man standing next to a table on which primrose arrangements are displayed. The photograph may have been taken at the American Primrose Society show in 1943 or 1944. Both shows were held in Portland; the 1943 show was at the Public Service Building, and the 1944 show was at the Portland Art Museum.

Photograph of an arrangement of primroses, possibly at the 1944 American Primrose Society show in Portland. On the table next to the arrangement is a label with the word “Wayside” on it, and a prize ribbon with the text “Primrose Society / First Award / 1944.”

Photograph of a garden display consisting of primroses planted among moss, rocks and a small hollow tree stump, possibly false. The photograph was probably taken on April 30, 1943, during the American Primrose Society show at the Public Service Building in Portland.

Photograph of three potted primroses on a table. A label tied to the primrose on the left has the words “American Primrose Society” across the top. The label lists the primrose variety as “Japonica” and the exhibitor as “Ray Pugh.” The photograph was probably taken on April 30, 1943, during the American Primrose Society show at the Public Services Building in Portland.

Photograph of an unidentified woman posing with an arrangement of primroses in a shallow decorative bowl. The woman is wearing a dress or jacket with the words “Public Services Building” on one of the chest pockets. The photograph was probably taken on April 30, 1943, during the American Primrose Society show at the Public Service Building in Portland.

Photograph of an arrangement of primroses in a shallow tray. The photograph was probably taken on April 30, 1943, during the American Primrose Society show at the Public Service Building in Portland.

Photograph of a display consisting of primroses and other flowers, a tiny fence, and a miniature victory garden. A marker in the miniature garden features the word “Victory” above a large letter “V” with a United States flag in the center. The photograph was probably taken on April 30, 1943, during the American Primrose Society show at the Public Service Building in Portland.

Photograph of two unidentified men looking at primrose display resembling a garden bed. A sign on the wall above the display reads: “Carl Starker Gardens / Jennings Lodge, Oregon.” The photograph was probably taken on April 30, 1943, during the American Primrose Society show at the Public Service Building in Portland.

Photograph of three arrangements of primroses: two in decorative bowls and one consisting of blossoms in a row of four small swan-shaped vases. The photograph was probably taken on April 30, 1943, during the American Primrose Society show at the Public Service Building in Portland.

Photograph of an unidentified man standing next to a display of dozens of primrose plants in pots. He is holding another potted primrose in one hand. The photograph was probably taken on April 30, 1943, during the American Primrose Society show at the Public Service Building in Portland.

Photograph of a camellia flower in a small vase. Next to the vase is a prize ribbon bearing the text: “First Prize / First Annual Camellia Show / Portland Camellia Society / Mar. 31 - Apr. 1 1942.”

Photograph of an unidentified young woman standing next to a bull or steer and holding the animal’s lead ropes. The young woman is wearing a costume consisting of a hat; a fringed vest, skirt, and armguards; and what may be a prop gun in a holster. The photograph may have been taken at the Multnomah County Fair in Gresham, Oregon. Also see image Nos. 374N0586 and 374N0612.

Photograph of an unidentified woman standing between two cows and holding the cows’ lead ropes. The photograph may have been taken at the Multnomah County Fair in Gresham, Oregon.

Photograph of an unidentified man posing with a heifer on a lawn and holding the heifer’s lead rope. A roadway, truck, and buildings are visible in the background. The number 8 is written on the negative and is visible in the upper right corner of the image.The photograph may have been taken at the Multnomah County Fair in Gresham, Oregon.

Photograph of two unidentified men examining a pair of rabbits on a table in front of them. The man on the right is wearing a button with the word “JUDGE” on it. Spectators and cages are visible in the background. The number 2 is written on the negative and is visible in the upper left corner of the image. The photograph may have been taken at the Multnomah County Fair in Gresham, Oregon.

Photograph of an unidentified young girl crouching in front of a calf lying in the straw. The photograph may have been taken at the Multnomah County Fair in Gresham, Oregon.

Photograph of an unidentified woman holding vegetables and looking down at produce arranged on a table at the Multnomah County Fair in Gresham, Oregon. The number 15 is written on the negative and is visible in the upper right corner of the image.

Photograph of an unidentified woman sitting next to a miniature garden at the Multnomah County Fair in Gresham. The model garden has a small sign with the words “Green Finger Gardeners” on it, and consists of plants, a stone patio, and a tiny barbecue, chairs, and picnic table. A first-place prize ribbon is draped over the miniature picnic table. The number 14 is written on the negative and is visible in the upper left corner of the image.

Photograph of an unidentified girl kneeling amid a display of potted begonias. A sign tacked to the front of the display reads: “Tuberous Begonias / Grown By Leslie Hartley / Sandy Boulevard at Rockwood / Mailing Address Rt. 7, Box 1497, Portland, Ore.” The number 13 is written on the negative and is visible in the upper right corner of the image. The photograph may have been taken at the Multnomah County Fair in Gresham, Oregon.

Photograph of an unidentified man standing next to a horse and holding the horse’s lead rope. The number 5 is written on the negative and is visible in the upper left corner of the image. The photograph may have been taken at the Multnomah County Fair in Gresham, Oregon.

Photograph, taken from the side, of an unidentified man facing a horse. He is holding the horse’s lead rope and halter. The man and horse are standing next to a stable. The number 4 is written on the negative and is visible in the upper right corner of the image. The photograph may have been taken at the Multnomah County Fair in Gresham, Oregon.

Photograph of an unidentified young woman standing next to a heifer and holding the heifer’s halter and lead rope. The woman is wearing a costume consisting of a hat and a fringed vest, skirt, and armguards. A barn is visible in the background. The photograph may have been taken at the Multnomah County Fair in Gresham, Oregon. Also see image No. 374N0586.

Photograph of eight young women, a boy, and a man posing with an automobile parked on the lawn next to a building, possibly at the Multnomah County Fair in Gresham, Oregon. The four women on the left are wearing matching costumes consisting of capelets, short dresses with a cross on the chest, and matching caps. The four women on the right are wearing matching costumes that include hats, neckerchiefs, and fringed vests. The man is wearing a suit and the boy is wearing a uniform. The people in the photograph are unidentified. Also see image Nos. 374N0575, 374N0585, 374N0587, 374N0588, 374N0589, 374N0590, 374N0592, and 374N0612.