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Timothy Lake, recreation sign

Photograph showing Timothy Lake looking north towards Mount Hood. A recreation sign is in the foreground with "Picnicking" and "Overnight Camping" directions. To the left of the sign, a woman stands on the shore of the lake with a small child. Cut stumps and dirt can be seen at the edge of the water and in front of the woman and child. Written on the negative is 57-284.1."

Timothy Lake, people having a picnic

Photograph showing people having a picnic next to the shoreline of Timothy Lake. A car with an open trunk and doors is parked next to a picnic table, on which sits several containers. Three people face away from the camera at the table, while a small child can be seen standing on a stump and facing towards the water. A boat with four people is also visible. Mount Hood can be seen to the north. Written on the negative is 57-284.1."

Timothy Lake, log bridge

Photograph showing Timothy Lake early in the water release process. A bridge of cut logs and wood planks extends to the far shore of the lake, with a rowboat moored to a section of the structure. Cut stumps on a hillside can be seen in the distance. Written on the negative is "56-251."

Timothy Lake, early water release

Photograph showing Timothy Lake before water release. A pool of water can be seen at the center of the frame, surrounded by bare dirt. Another pool can be seen towards the bottom of the image, separated by a raised dirt dam. Plumes of smoke can be seen in the distance, as well as a low rounded hill.

Timothy Lake, early water release

Photograph showing Timothy Lake early in the water release process. Lower parts of the lake are covered in water, with new dirt and cut stumps visible at higher levels. A utility pole and three bulldozer machines can be seen above the water along the shoreline. In the distance is a dense forest starting at the edge of the new lake.

Timothy Lake, dam structure

Photograph looking across water towards a cement and metal dam structure at Timothy Lake. Cut tree stumps and dirt can be seen to either side of the structure, as well as an area of rocks. In the distance is a low forested mountain and trees. Written on the negative is "56-251."

Timothy Lake water release

Photograph taken from a high angle and looking downward at a large stream of water being released from a pipe attached to a small building. Two automobiles can be seen next to the building, one with "PGE" painted on the drivers side door. Behind the building is a cutaway hillside with dirt and rocks. Written on the negative is "56-254."

Timothy Lake water release

Photograph taken from a high angle and looking downward at a large stream of water being released from a pipe attached to a small building. A man can be seen standing to the right of the building, and two automobiles are parked in front. Water flows away from the building into the trees. Uphill is a dirt road and embankments. Written on the negative is "56-254."

Timothy Lake water release

Photograph taken from a high angle and looking downward at a large stream of water being released from a pipe attached to a small building. Just below the camera, a man faces towards the side and points at the water. Behind the building is a cutaway hillside with dirt and rocks. Written on the negative is "56-254."

Table with cake

Photograph showing a table set with a cake and silverware. A floral table cloth covers the surface, and a vase of flowers (Rhododendrons) is next to the cake. Written on the cake is "Good Luck Lillian," with a drawing of a woman at a switchboard. On the negative is written "49-64."

Sunnyside terminus of the Willamette Bridge Railway Company’s motor line

Photograph showing railroad cars at the Sunnyside terminus of the Willamette Bridge Railway Company’s motor line, two miles from Portland. Men sit and stand on the train cars while looking at the camera. The first two trains are enclosed models, while the last is open air. The photograph is a reproduction of a pinned image (pins can be seen on the frame).

Substation transformer

Photograph showing a transformer at the Fairmont substation in June of 1949. Above the transformer, numerous ceramic insulators can be seen, as well as a large "PGE" sign. On the negative is written "49-135," which is crossed out and replaced with "49-101."

Street lighting at night

Photograph taken at night showing street lighting. Train cars can be seen on the left side of the image, while businesses line the street on the right. Signs for "Tualatin Shake Shop," and "Hanegan's Service." Automobiles are parked along the right side of the street. Written on the negative is "50-448."

Station M at River Mill Dam

Photograph showing the exterior of the River Mill Dam powerhouse, likely shortly after construction. Loose hillsides can be seen to the left and right of the building, with transmission lines throughout (image note: corner of glass negative is broken and missing).

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