Map, hand drawn, showing Columbia River and tributaries, Mt. Hood, Portland and other cities.
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- 1846 - 1860
Part of Joel Palmer Papers, 1783-1982
Includes line showing 'my route'
Palmer, Joel, 1810-1881
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Map, hand drawn, showing Columbia River and tributaries, Mt. Hood, Portland and other cities.
Part of Joel Palmer Papers, 1783-1982
Includes line showing 'my route'
Palmer, Joel, 1810-1881
Part of OHS Maps Collection
A nautical map of the “Mouth of Columbia River / from a preliminary survey under the direction of A.D. Bache, Superintendent of the Survey of the Coast of the United States by the hydrographic party under the command of W.P. McArthur Lt. U.S.N. and Asst. U.S. Coast Survey, W.A. Bartlett Lt. U.S.N. Assistant ; reduction for engraving by A. Boschke, draughtsman ; engraved by W. Smith and E.F. Woodward.” Includes inset: View of the Entrance of Columbia River, Cape Hancock or Disappointment E. by N. (compass) 12 statute miles. Relief shown by hachures. Depths shown by soundings and isolines. Includes text on "sailing directions" and "tides." Handwritten note of graphic scale by George Davidson is erroneous.Scale 1:40,000. Item has also been identified as bb017545.
United States Coast Survey
Petition, Masonic lodge, Dayton, Oregon
Part of Joel Palmer Papers, 1783-1982
Sun Sketches of Columbia River Scenery
Photo album, "Sun Sketches of Columbia River Scenery," containing photos by Carleton E. Watkins. Album page bears signature of Charles H. Prescott, dated 1884. Prescott was the original owner of this album, and manager of the Oregon Railroad and Navigation Co. A small biographical note appears alongside his signature. There is also an inscription from John Neilson Barry (b.1870), an Episcopal clergyman and historian from Portland, Or., to Julius L. Meier, governor of Oregon from 1931-1935. Inscription reads, "To the beloved Governor of Oregon Julius L. Meier whose noble and self sacrificing efforts in promoting the welfare of the people of Oregon have made him a public benefactor. J. Neilson Barry." Plates O.1. and O.45. are arranged out of numerical order. Plates O.28 and O.29 are not included.
Watkins, Carleton E., 1829-1916
Great Storm of the Winter of 1884-5, Columbia River, Oregon
Album of photographs from the Watkins new Series depicting the Columbia River Gorge during the winter storm of 1884-1885. Plates are arranged numerically by Watkins number. This album was originally owned in 1886 by Charles H. Prescott (b. 1839), manager of the Oregon Railroad and Navigation Co. from 1881-1887, and is inscribed with his signature and the date. Eight of the photographic plates have been removed from this album and matted; these loose plates are stored apart from the album in Box 7.
Watkins, Carleton E., 1829-1916
Oregon Coastal Scenes sketchbook
Part of Alice E. Wilson sketchbook
A bound volume containing charcoal sketches of Oregon coastal scenes drawn by Alice E. Wilson between 1898 and 1899. The scenes depict houses, landscapes, and canneries in the central Oregon coast region including Garibaldi, Tillamook, and Seaside. A note of provenance taped to the inside of the book reads, “April 22, 1960. This album of original charcoal drawings was donated to the Oregon Historical Society by Dr. O. S. Driskell, D.D.S. Portland, Oregon. His aunt Miss Alice E. Wilson visited beach resorts for many years just prior to the turn of the century. Her pictures are quite authentic and readily identified by older residents. Miss Wilson and Dr. Driskell’s family were in the Old Grimes House the night it was razed by fire. D. H. Bates, Past-President Oregon Historical Society, April 1960.”
Wilson, Alice E.
Handwritten lecture notes describing birds studied in Oregon and California, including golden eagles, pelicans, and California condors.
Bohlman, Herman
Handwritten lecture notes describing bird species observed in the Portland area during the winter, including chickadees, juncos, and hawks.
Bohlman, Herman
Handwritten lecture notes describing birds and animals encountered while traveling around Oregon, including Crater Lake, Willamette Valley, and Rogue River.
Bohlman, Herman
Manuscript in which the author describes the need for duck conservation in Oregon due to hunting. Duck hunters want the season to be longer, which is reflected in a new game bill that was introduced in the Senate (Senate Bill 99) and the House of Representatives (House Bill 108). The document asks the Oregonian to "raise its voice" in response to the duck hunters.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
Manuscript in which William L. Finley observes a bush-tit's nest and the family that occupies it. Provides field observations and colorful descriptions of the family of birds. Also included are Finley's handwritten notes.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
Manuscript in which the author describes the brutal practice of plume hunting. Observations of grebes are also recorded.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
Manuscript describing the search for white herons. The author describes their pursuit as well as a conversation with a hunter.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
Manuscript describing gull behavior, including diet and appearance.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
Manuscript in which the author describes an exploration of birds in and among lakes and islands, among other areas.
Finley, Irene
Manuscript describing owls that have nested in a local barn, including diet and pest control benefits.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
Manuscript describing a neighbor's adoption of a baby bird and observing the bird grow up.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
Manuscript in which the author examines a family of black-throated gray warblers.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
Manuscript detailing the pursuit of photographing white herons. The author describes concerns regarding the decreased population due to plume hunting. Also included is a page about bluebirds.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
Manuscript detailing lake trips. Document goes on to describe physical characteristics such as length and plant life, as well as detailing the search for white herons. The author is disappointed to learn that the area was one of the most popular plumage hunting sites.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
Manuscript containing similar pieces as "The hummingbird at home."
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
Manuscript that details trips to locate and photograph a baby condor.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
Manuscript describing the work that Audubon societies have accomplished in preserving bird populations. Author calls people of Oregon to action in supporting their local society.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
Manuscript featuring an expansive lecture. Lecture topics include the need for protection of wildlife, photography, and audubon societies.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
Manuscript reporting on a search for white herons at Malheur Lake, a popular hunting ground for the bird.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
Manuscript comparing robins and thrushes.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
A manuscript that illustrates the destruction the demand for plumage causes to bird populations.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
An additional draft of "Trail of death."
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953