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Rat in trap at Admiral terminal in Portland

Photograph of a rat in a trap on a wall. A cropped version of this photograph was published on Page 8, section 6, of the Oregon Journal on Sunday, October 24, 1926. This photograph and two others were published under the headline "War Progresses on the Front." The photograph was captioned: "But the front is the waterfront. Top--Big black rat caught in an ingeniously placed trap along a water line at the Admiral terminal." The photograph accompanied a story with the headline: "Terminal Rats Easy Prey of Expert's Trap." The story described how a man named Daniel Lake had successfully reduced the rat population at the Pacific Steamship company’s Admiral terminal on the Portland waterfront. Image note: Photograph shows discoloration due to deterioration of the negative.

Dining table arrangement at 1931 Portland Flower and Garden Show

Photograph of a table covered with a tablecloth and set with dishes, glasses, candles, and a centerpiece of flowers in a vase. This photograph, along with image No. 371N3447, was published on Page 1 of the Oregon Journal on May 3, 1931. The photographs were published under the headline “At the Garden Show in Laurelhurst.” This photograph had the following caption information: “A dinner table arrangement by Mrs. Hamilton Corbett, with Venetian glass, gold and white china on creamy satin damask, and yellow tulips, tea roses and white lilacs for the floral tribute.” The photographs accompanied a story about the Portland Flower and Garden Show titled “Beauty Marks Garden Show Held by Club.” The show was put on by the Portland Garden Club and the Portland parks bureau.

Camellia show

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.

Four people next to primrose display

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.

Primroses in pots

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.

Woman with primrose arrangement

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.

Men looking at primrose display by Carl Starker Gardens

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.

Earl Ross, Julius L. Meier, J. C. Penney, and John T. Dougall posing with bull at luncheon

Photograph of Earl Ross, Julius L. Meier, J. C. Penney, and John T. Dougall posing with Royal Supreme, a bull owned by Penney, at the Portland Chamber of Commerce on October 31, 1927. The room is adorned with Halloween-themed decorations. The photograph was taken during a Chamber of Commerce luncheon related to the annual Pacific International Livestock Exposition. Livestock breeders who were visiting Portland for the exposition were among the attendees and speakers at the luncheon. A cropped version of this photograph was published on Page 1 of the Oregon Journal on October 31, 1927, under the headline “Chamber of Commerce Honors Show.” The photograph had the following caption: “Chairmen and guests at the Pacific International Exposition luncheon sponsored by Members’ Forum: Left to right, Earl Ross of the Penney organization; Julius L. Meier, chairman of the day; J. C. Penney; and John T. Dougall, forum chairman.” The photograph accompanied an article about the luncheon, titled “Speakers Praise Stock Show Work.”

Men showing cattle

Photograph of men showing cattle in an indoor arena. Observers are standing in a row nearby. The photograph may have been taken at the annual Pacific International Livestock Exposition in Portland.

Man with bull

Photograph of an unidentified man standing next to a bull. The man has one hand on his hip and is holding the bull’s lead rope in the other hand. Buildings are visible in the background. The photograph may have been taken at the Multnomah County Fair in Gresham, Oregon.

Group of men with pigs

Photograph of a group of people and pigs in a grassy area next to a building. The number 3 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.

Men showing goats?

Photograph of unidentified men in a row, each one standing with an animal that could be a sheep or an Angora goat. Barns are visible in the background. The photograph may have been taken at the Multnomah County Fair in Gresham, Oregon.

Boy with heifer or cow

Photograph of an unidentified boy standing next to a heifer or cow and holding the animal’s lead rope. Buildings are visible in the background. The number 5 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. Image note: Photograph shows discoloration due to deterioration of the negative.

Woman looking at produce display

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.

People posing with car, possibly at county fair

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.

Costumed young woman holding rabbit

Photograph of an unidentified young woman holding a rabbit. The woman is standing in the aisle between rows of cages, and she is wearing a costume consisting of a capelet and a short dress with a cross on the chest. The photograph may have been taken at the Multnomah County Fair in Gresham, Oregon. Also see image No. 374N0586.

Girl and two calves

Photograph of an unidentified girl standing between two calves and holding the calves’ lead ropes. The girl and calves are standing on the lawn near a building labeled “Poultry.” The photograph may have been taken at the Multnomah County Fair in Gresham, Oregon.

Four men, possibly police, on horseback

Photograph of four unidentified men mounted on horses and waving their hats in the air. Each man is wearing a badge and may be a law enforcement officer. Spectators are seated in stands in the background. The photograph may have been taken at the Multnomah County Fair in Gresham, Oregon.

Young women posing with heifers

Photograph of three young women and a girl posing with with four heifers. They are standing on the lawn near a barn labeled “Cattle.” The photograph may have been taken at the Multnomah County Fair in Gresham, Oregon. The people in the photograph are unidentified.

Women cleaning and labeling canned food

Photograph of five unidentified women gathered around a small table. The women appear to be cleaning and labeling jars of canned food. More jars of food are arranged on shelves in the background. The photograph may have been taken at the Multnomah County Fair in Gresham, Oregon.

Three costumed young women with cattle

Photograph of three unidentified young women posing with cattle. The women are wearing matching costumes consisting of a neckerchief and fringed vests, skirts, and armguards. They are standing on a lawn, and onlookers and buildings are visible in the background. The photograph may have been taken at the Multnomah County Fair in Gresham, Oregon. Also see image Nos. 374N0575 and 374N0586. Image note: Light leak on negative.

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