A man in a uniform and hat stands in front of a mechanical unit holding two levers. Behind him, the Willamette River can be seen through a window. “Foreman” can be seen embroidered on his hat (negative 6 of 17). Original title: “Portland bridge gatemen, Broadway and Steel bridges.”

A man in overalls and a hat stands on top of the Steel Bridge. His extended arm is resting on a large wheel and cable unit. A warehouse building with “Irwin” on it, and a water tower can be seen in the distance, in front of wooded hills (negative 7 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.”

Several large gears and machines inside a building on the Steel Bridge in Portland. The Broadway Bridge and Willamette River can be seen through the windows looking north (negative 9 of 17).

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).

People stand on smoke-filled street as a strand of fireworks ignite. A storefront and sign for “Hong Kong Cafe Chop Suey” can be seen (negative 14 of 18).

People standing on a sidewalk watching a man holding a large lion head with attached fabric. Shop windows can be seen in the background (negative 2 of 18).

A man extends his arms while holding a decorative dragon or lion head. A brick building in the background reads “Boxer Fixture Co. Restaurant and Store Equipment” (negative 4 of 18).

People smile from windows during Chinese New Year. A strand of fireworks hangs from a stick held be a woman on the second floor the building, while a string with money hangs from another window (negative 6 of 18).

A group of men stand next to a wheeled cart laden with cymbals and drums. One of young men holds a set of cymbals, while another holds short sticks for drumming. A crowd, brick building, and signed reading “Center Hotel” can be seen in the background (negative 9 of 18).

A road is being constructed through a wooded area, with a hillside covered in masonry stone. People, vehicles, and tools can be seen throughout the frame. A house on top of a hill is in the distance (negative 1 of 15).

Workers move dirt and large rocks from a hillside while constructing West Burnside Road. Wooden carts on a track are filled with dirt, next to men with shovels. Trees and more workers can be seen in the distance (negative 14 of 17).

A tunnel looks out at a road under construction, with trees and hills in the background. Men with shovels stand on what appears to be freshly laid gravel. A car and excavator can also be seen in the background (negative 3 of 15).

A glass window and wooden pews at Congregational Church in Portland. The window shows a seated man and a woman holding a clay jar (negative 1 of 11).

Glass windows, a small balcony, and a piano at Trinity Lutheran Church. The top windows feature a lamb, while a robed figure can be seen in the bottom. The building later became the Morning Star Baptist Church, which burned down in 2007 (negative 1 of 8).

Photograph looking upward, showing a work overalls holding a curved metal tool. He is looking at a large piece of metal, which is likely part of a ship (negative 1 of 12).

Two men stand on top of a large ship turbine. On the ground, another man looks upward, while standing next to a wooden scaffold. Behind the men is a pile of debris. The Willamette River, an industrial building with a smokestack, and trees can be seen in the background.

Photograph looking upward at a dry-dock ship with a gangplank. A man walks across the gangplank towards the ship. A wheeled scaffold, tools, and men can be seen on the deck below the ship. The Willamette River and trees can be seen in the distance (8 of 12).

A shirtless runner holding a baton passes the finish line at a race track. A man stands at the side of the track holding one end of the finish line string, while standing and seated people watch from the side. Another runner in a “W” uniform is just behind the first (negative 3 of 6).

A runner, wearing a “G” jersey, crossed a string finish line while holding a baton. Spectators sit and stand along the edges of the dirt track (negative 5 of 6).

Two dancers in dresses stand facing forward, with arms looped around each other’s waists. Each is slightly elevated on their toes, with outside arm elevated. Behind them is a curtain (negative 1 of 17).

A ballerina with tightly curled hair faces away from the camera with standing en pointe. Both her arms are raised, and one leg is extended to the back. A certain can be seen behind her (negative 13 of 17).

A dancer, wearing a costume and ballet shoes, leaps in a grassy field. Her arms are extended, and she is looking towards the camera. Trees and houses can be seen in the background (negative 3 of 17).

A group of dancers poses while holding the sheer edges of their costume dresses. The four front women kneel, while the others stand. A patterned curtain can be seen in the background, as well as a light hanging from the ceiling (negative 5 of 17).

A dancer holds the edges of a tutu while standing on her toes. She is learning towards the camera with her upper body. Behind her is a curtain (negative 7 of 17).

The front and side of the New Market Building in Portland. The building has a decorative front facade with fire ladders. A sign above the street entrance reads “Multnomah Hotel Garage Parking.” Another lower sign says “Hood Tires.” A “76” gas pump and multiple cars can be seen in front (negative 1 of 4).

Looking towards the doorway from the interior of a parking garage. Decorative columns run along the side of the rooms, and cars are parked against the far wall (negative 2 of 4).