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Mary Pickford and unidentified woman at Union Station, Portland

Three-quarters portrait of the actress and producer Mary Pickford (right) and an unidentified woman on a train platform at Union Station in Portland on Friday, May 17, 1935. Pickford is holding a bouquet of roses that were presented to her by Portland Mayor Joseph K. Carson. The Oregon Journal published a story, headlined “Sweetheart of America Visits Here,” on the May 17 front page, along with image Nos. 372A0459 and 371A6086. According to the story, Pickford stopped briefly in Portland while traveling from Hollywood, California, to Seattle, Washington, to perform on the stage in “Coquette.” Image note: The name “Pickford” is written on the negative and is faintly visible on the left side of the image.

Portland Joseph K. Carson presenting roses to Mary Pickford at Union Station, Portland

Photograph showing Portland Mayor Joseph K. Carson and the actress and producer Mary Pickford on a train platform at Union Station in Portland on Friday, May 17, 1935. Carson is holding a bouquet of roses and Pickford is looking at one of the blossoms. A cropped version of this photograph and image No. 371A6086 were published on the May 17 front page of the Oregon Journal under the headline “ ’America’s Sweetheart’ Visits.” This photograph had the following caption: “Mary Pickford, with Mayor Carson and the armful of roses ‘His Honor’ presented to her as she paused between trains at the Union station Friday morning, en route from Hollywood to Seattle, where she opens Monday night in ‘Coquette.’ “ The photographs accompanied a story headlined “Sweetheart Of America Visits Here.” See additional related image No. 372A0458. Image note: The name “Pickford” is written on the negative and is visible on the right side of the image.

George L. Baker presenting actress Priscilla Dean with key to the city

Half-length portrait of (from left) actress Peggy O’Dare, Portland Mayor George L. Baker, actress Priscilla Dean, actor Herbert Rawlinson, and production manager G. B. Manly. Baker and Dean are holding a large key-shaped flower arrangement. The photograph was taken at Sixth and Morrison in Portland on Monday, May 16, 1921, during a reception for Dean and others who were in town to film a movie. The Oregon Journal published a related image, No. 373G0009, and a story about the reception on Tuesday, May 17, 1921. Also see image No. 373G0008, 379G0191, and 379G0192.

Priscilla Dean in Portland, receiving key to the city

Photograph showing actress Priscilla Dean during a ceremony in which Portland Mayor George L. Baker presented her with a large floral key to the city. Dean is facing left, looking toward the right, and smiling. The photograph was taken at Sixth and Morrison in Portland on Monday, May 16, 1921, during a reception for Dean and others who were in town to film a movie. The Oregon Journal published a related image, No. 373G0009, and a story about the reception on Tuesday, May 17, 1921. Also see image Nos. 373G0005, 373G0008, and 379G0191.

Actress Edwina Booth and Dorothy Ford

Portrait of two women standing next to each other. Both are wearing hats and holding handbags. The woman on the left, actress Edwina Booth, is wearing a fur coat. The woman on the right, Dorothy Ford of Portland, is wearing a coat and a fur stole and muffs. The photograph was taken in Portland on April 8, 1932, after Booth’s arrival in Portland. According to a story in the April 8 edition of the Oregon Journal, headlined “Movieland Trio Of Pretty Girls to Take Part in Ball,” Booth and two other actresses came to Portland to participate in the Eagles’ “Movie Ball,” a charity event. Dorothy Ford had been selected as queen of the ball. See related image No. 371N1406. Image note: The text “Edwina Booth + Ford” is written on the negative and is visible on the left side of the photograph. Faint discoloration in the center of the image is due to deterioration of the negative.

Sir Harry Lauder, his niece, and unidentified man sitting at dining table

Photograph showing Scottish entertainer Sir Harry Lauder (right) sitting at a dining table with his niece and an unidentified man. Lauder is facing to the left and is wearing a jacket and kilt. The text “Sir Harry Lauder + Niece” is written on the negative and is visible on the left side of the image. See related image No. 371N1329.

Margherita Salvi, standing next to taxi

Full-length portrait of the opera singer Margherita Salvi standing next to the open door of a taxi, resting one hand on the door, and facing front. She is wearing a hat and fur-trimmed coat and is holding a purse. The name “Margerita [sic] Salvi” is written on the negative and is visible on the left side of the image.

Actress Mayo Methot at Portland Breakfast Club meeting

Photograph showing actress Mayo Methot (second from right) sitting with several men at a dining table during a Portland Breakfast Club meeting on Tuesday, March 17, 1931. That day, a cropped version of this photograph was published on Page 8 of the Oregon Journal. It was published under the headline “Portland’s Own Star Here to Shine” and had the following caption: “Mayo Methot, who left the Rose City a child actress and who has returned to offer ‘The Torch Song,’ play which made her one of Broadway's reigning favorites last fall, as she sat at the Breakfast club this morning, between Police Captain Harry Niles (left), past exalted ruler of the Portland Elks, and Ralph Remley of the Dufwin players, with whom she is to appear as guest star next week.” The photograph accompanied a story headlined “Mayo Methot Happy to be Home.” Image note: The name “Mayo Methot” is written on the negative and is visible on the left side of the image.

Actors in costume

Photograph of three unidentified people in costume in front of a stage set. The man on the left appears to be dressed as a jester; the man in the center appears to be dressed as a king, and the woman appears to be dressed as a queen. See related images No. 371N2837, No. 371N2838, and No. 371N2875. Image note: Photograph shows discoloration due to deterioration of the negative.

Portrait artist at Park Blocks art show

A woman is in the process of painting a portrait of a young boy during an art show in the Portland Park Blocks. A sign hanging from the back of her easel reads, "Portraits by Betty, $1.00." (negative 8 of 9).

Monner, Al (Alfred Anthony), 1909-1998

Solange Kowert Weaving

Solange Kowert leans over a loom as she weaves a rug at 1976 SW 4th Avenue in Portland, Oregon. She looks at the camera and smiles. Spools of yarn are displayed vertically on a rack to the left (negative 1 of 9).

Monner, Al (Alfred Anthony), 1909-1998

Arabella Andre and Sande Marlowe in municipal court

Burlesque performers Arabella Andre (left) and Sande Marlowe, appearing in municipal court in Portland to testify against John A. Becker, owner of the Capital Theatre. Becker was convicted in court for disorderly conduct. Andre wears a fur coat as she leans towards Marlowe, who is looking straight at the camera. This photograph was published in the Oregon Journal on Thursday, October 15, 1953 (negative 2 of 3).

Monner, Al (Alfred Anthony), 1909-1998

Allied Arts and Metal Guild, Portland

Members of the Allied Arts and Metal Guild in Portland, at 632 N.E. Holladay Street. They gather around a table, making items for the annual guild silver and tea sale. From left to right: Mrs. R.R. Woodbury, Lambertus Deutschman, Mrs. R.R. Morris, Mrs. J. Gilbert Robins, Mrs. George Voss, Mrs. Albert Berni, and Mrs. Joseph B. Weller. This photograph was published in the Oregon Journal on Tuesday, November 10, 1953 (negative 3 of 8).

Monner, Al (Alfred Anthony), 1909-1998

Model Dixie Geer in "Red Garters" costume

Model Dixie Geer, posing on a table top in her "Red Garters" costume. She has one leg raised as she holds a garter with both hands. This photograph was published in Oregon Journal on Saturday, March 13, 1954 (negative 1 of 3).

Monner, Al (Alfred Anthony), 1909-1998

Estelle Bensussen

Portrait of artist Estelle Bensussen holding one of her paintings to be displayed at the Jewish Community Center in Portland. This photograph was printed in the January 14, 1956 issue of the Oregon Journal (negative 1 of 2).

Monner, Al (Alfred Anthony), 1909-1998

Ilka Chase

A portrait of actress and radio host Ilka Chase, seated on a floral couch. Most likely taken in Portland. A cropped version of this photograph was published in the Oregon Journal on Wednesday, February 9, 1950 (negative 1 of 3).

Monner, Al (Alfred Anthony), 1909-1998

Al Wheeler’s Associated Art studio and mannequins

Al Wheeler (left) holds a mannequin at his Associated Art studio in Portland, at 1024 S.E. 1st Avenue. His wife, Sally, applies paint to the face of a mannequin using a paint brush. Other mannequins, undergoing repair, can be seen in the shop area. Photographs from this series were published in the Oregon Journal on Sunday, March 19, 1950 (negative 2 of 13).

Monner, Al (Alfred Anthony), 1909-1998

Al Wheeler’s Associated Art studio and mannequins

Al Wheeler repairing a mannequin at his Associated Art studio in Portland, at 1024 S.E. 1st Avenue. He wears an apron and has a pipe in his mouth, while he holds the arm of a mannequin. This photograph was published in the Oregon Journal on Sunday, March 19, 1950 (negative 5 of 13).

Monner, Al (Alfred Anthony), 1909-1998

Al Wheeler’s Associated Art studio and mannequins

Al Wheeler and his wife, Sally, repairing a mannequin at his Associated Art studio in Portland, at 1024 S.E. 1st Avenue. Sally applies paint to the face of a wigged mannequin, while Wheeler smokes a pipe and watches. Photographs from this series were published in the Oregon Journal on Sunday, March 19, 1950 (negative 8 of 13).

Monner, Al (Alfred Anthony), 1909-1998

Bob Amsberry, actor

A portrait of actor Bob Amsberry, wearing a stripped suit and holding a tie. Amsberry was killed in an accident on Mt. Hood Highway in 1957 (negative 2 of 3).

Monner, Al (Alfred Anthony), 1909-1998

Frank Mallory and Monte Herring, Jefferson High School Latin Club

Frank Mallory and Monte Herring, members of the Jefferson High School Latin Club, stage a sword fight during a club banquet. They’re wearing togas, and people are watching the pair from a long table. This photograph was published in the Oregon Journal on Sunday, May 16, 1948 (negative 4 of 16).

Monner, Al (Alfred Anthony), 1909-1998

Douglas Fairbanks Jr. with Greek women

Douglas Fairbanks Jr., actor and producer, with two Greek women. He is turned towards and smiling at one woman, who appears to be placing a pin on his jacket. Fairbanks visited Portland as a featured speaker for the democrats’ Jackson Day dinner (negative 1 of 2).

Monner, Al (Alfred Anthony), 1909-1998

Artist Louis Bunce

A portrait of artist Louis Bunce. He holds a cigarette in one hand, with folded arms (negative 1 of 4).

Monner, Al (Alfred Anthony), 1909-1998

Art Museum class in sculpture and other work

A sculptor working with clay during an art class at the Portland Art Museum School. A woman is posing in a roman-style dress at the center of the class, while a black female artist stands in front of a sculpture on the right side of the frame. She wears a backwards shirt as a smock and is holding lumps of clay in her hands (negative 1 of 4).

Monner, Al (Alfred Anthony), 1909-1998

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