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260
1899
1899
by
Trullinger Family
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Scrapbook with hardback maroon covers. The spine and the corners of front and back covers are tan-colored. Slanted across the front cover in a raised font is the word, "ALBUM." This album's front and back covers are still attached to the spine material, but have fallen from the actual pages. The pages themselves are white, with the articles glued inside. There are cursive, handwritten notes at random throughout the scrapbook. Size: 11" x 13.5"
Topics: Astoria, Warrenton, Hammond, Flavel, Seaside, Clatsop County, A.B. Hammond, C.P. Huntington,...
Source: folio
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76
Mar 9, 1847
03/47
by
U.S. Postmaster General
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Topics: John M. Shively, Deputy Post Master, Oregon Territory, Territory of Oregon, Clatsop County, Post...
Source: folio
Hardback register with light brown covers and dark brown corners and spine outlined with a gold border. There is also a square with gold outline that wraps around from the front cover around the spine and to the back cover. There is also decorative stitching on both covers. The covers show many scratches and much wear and tear. The front cover also has a piece of masking tape along the top edge. Inside is a list of cash debits paid to various people and stores by Captain George Flavel during...
Topics: merchants, merchandise, vendors, Captain George Flavel, George Flavel, Patricia Jean Flavel, Nellie...
Source: folio
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117
1900
1900
by
Astoria and Columbia River Railroad
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Booklet missing a cover and p.1-4 in the front, and p. 25-28 in the back. We used the centerfold of the map of the region as the cover here. The year 1900 is an estimate based on text and pictures. Booklet has substantial wear and tear, and is beginning to tear from the binding staples. The pages are turning brown with age. Size: 3.5" x 6"
Topics: Astoriana, Astoria, Oregon, Columbia River Railroad, Columbia River, Seaport, tunnel, A. & C....
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243
1890
1890
by
Miller, Wallace J.
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112-page booklet with sepia-brown covers. On the front, the title is written in bold, curling font, and a waterfall is drawn coming out of the capital "C" in Columbia. It says that Wallace J. Miller is also the author of "Southwestern Washington." Size: 10.75" x 7.5."
Topics: Columbia River, Astoria, Mouth of the Columbia River, Columbia River Bar, headwaters, scenery,...
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174
1933
1933
by
Clatsop County School Superintendent
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Collection of lists of the numbers of students in and around Astoria for the years 1933 - 1950. Their parents, addresses, and siblings are also listed. The students are counted with a numerical order running down the left side of each paper. Each year has a cream-colored paper divider with the year written on it. Most of the typed papers are thin, translucent vellum, and may be difficult to read. Many of them have torn, ripped, and weathered edges along the bottom since they extend beyond the...
Topics: Astoria, Oregon, Northwest Regional Education Service District, census, students, parents,...
Source: folio
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38
1923
1923
by
Hop Hing Lung
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Hardback journal/record book with gray covers and decorative black lines. Spine is covered with dark green. The word "JOURNAL" is written diagonally across the front cover. Size: 7.5" x 9.5"
Topics: Astoria, Chinese, Chinese partnerships, business, businesses, Hop Hing Lung Company, Chinese...
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72
1928
1928
by
Elliott, T.C. and Oregon Historical Society
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27-page booklet with cream-colored covers. The front and back covers are plain, but the front cover does have "Oregon Historical Society" punched in small holes. Size: 6" x 9".
Topics: Astoriana, Oregon, Oregon Historical Society, Captain Robert Gray, fur trade, Officer Rober...
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9.0
1886
1886
by
49th Congress, House of Representatives
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One piece of paper folded, with three pages printed. The fold is not even, leaving the back page sticking out from under the front page. It is a report detailing the possible construction of a bridge to cross Young's Bay, Oregon. Many government engineers respond with their reports and suggestions. The folded booklet does have rips and wearing along the edges. There are two copies. Size: 6" x 9.5"
Topics: Astoria, Oregon, 49th Congress, House of Representatives, Young's Bay, bridge, engineering,...
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67
1907
1907
by
B. A. Owens-Adair, M. D.
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537-page hardback book with olive green covers. The front cover has "Dr. Owens-Adair/Some of Her Life Experiences" written in black ink in a rectangle in the top quarter of the cover. Running vertically down the middle of the cover is a floral decoration. Size: 5.5" x 8.5"
Topics: Dr. Bethenia Owens-Adair, doctor, suffrage, prohibition, eugenics, experiences, history, Oregon,...
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8.0
Dec 11, 1928
12/28
by
Senator Charles Linza McNary
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47
1904
1904
by
Smith, A.M., City Attorney, and C.J. Curtis
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411-page hardback book with black covers. The spine is showing lots of wear and tear, but the covers seem relatively intact. Size: 6" x 8.75"
Topics: Astoria, Oregon, mayor, charter, ordinances, city, rules, water commission, sanitary and...
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19
1913
1913
by
62nd Congress, House Of Representives
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Folded pamphlet concerning the examination of Young's River, Young's Bay and the Columbia River. Government engineers respond with their reports and suggestions. There is a map of this area attached to the back page of the report. The booklet is turning a darker brown along the edges, and is in fair condition. Size: 5.75"" x 9.25"
Topics: 62nd Congress, Committee on Rivers and Harbors, Young's Bay, Astoria, Oregon, J.F. McIndoe, Corps...
Source: folio
68
68
1917
1917
by
Clatsop County School Superintendents
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Collection of various sizes and types of papers; some typed and some handwritten; containing the numbers of students in and around Astoria for the years 1917 - 1924. Their parents, addresses, and siblings are also listed. Each year has a cream-colored paper divider with the year written in black Sharpie. Most of the typed papers are thin, translucent vellum that are too large for the hard covers and therefore have torn, ripped, and weathered edges. The covers are black on the outside and...
Topics: Astoria, Oregon, Northwest Regional Education Service District, census, students, parents,...
Source: folio
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19
Jun 1, 1883
06/83
by
Samuel, Leopold
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Twenty-nine page magazine** / newspaper published by Leopold Samuel in Portland, Oregon in June 1883. A year's subscription was $2.00, and a single copy was 25 cts. This edition highlights Astoria and surrounding areas, but also details agriculture and industry in Oregon. The lithographs inside are of many of the buildings in Astoria at the time. There are also informational pages about Idaho, Montana, and Washington. Many of the numerous advertisements are from Portland, but there are some for...
Topics: West Shore Magazine, Leopold Samuel, Astoria, Oregon, Grush News Stand, Craigie Sharp, Jr.,...
Source: folio
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46
Jul 9, 1916
07/16
by
Marconi Wireless
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Paperback magazine with glossy color covers, held together with two staples in the spine. There are also two holes punched along the left side. The front cover has the title "Ocean Wireless News" along the top, along with an illustration of a man/God head and hand just above the water line. The bottom of the page is illustrated with gulls over land, and radio transmitters going up both the right and left sides. In the center of the front cover, is a colorized photo of the mouth of the...
Topics: Marconi Wireless Telegraph Company, Southern Pacific, Columbia River, San Francisco, Hotel Plaza,...
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45
1923
1923
by
Sparks, J.C., Assistant City Manager: compiled, edited, and indexed charter
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167-page paperback book with brown covers. The book has torn paper on the spine, and the front and back covers have torn off. There are also eight loose pages in the back of the book that has amendments that were added to the Charter a year later. Size: 6" x 9".
Topics: Astoria, charter, Oregon, Clatsop County, government, laws, ordinances, amendments, city, City...
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60
1861
1861
by
Preston Wilson Gillette
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Diary kept by Preston Wilson Gillette, January 1861 through December 1861
Topics: Clatsop, Columbia River, Astoria
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58
1890
1890
by
Stengele, J.W.
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Large paper map matted into a white cardboard frame. Large illustrated aerial picture of 1890 Astoria. There are numbers on some of the buildings that correlate with a key listing building names at the bottom. Around the aerial picture is a frame of little square illustrations highlighting some of the more "famous" buildings in Astoria. These are listed in the subjects. The map itself measures 23" x 37".
Topics: Astoria, Oregon, buildings, map, aerial, illustration, J.W. Stangle, trolly, horse and wagon, Sam...
Source: folio
108
108
1904
1904
by
Astoria and Columbia River Railroad
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32-page booklet with front and back covers that have yellow background and dark green foreground. In the foreground, there is the ocean with a railroad beside it. In a circle, it says "Astoria and Columbia River Railroad." The back cover shows a close-up map of the northwest corner of Oregon. Size: 6" x 9".
Topics: Astoriana, Astoria, Clatsop County, Astoria and Columbia River Railroad, Clatsop Beach, ship,...
33
33
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Four page letter written in cursive ink turned brown by Nancy Welch to Mrs. Polly McKean in 1867. Paper discolored and folded with ink splashes scattered between the words. Size: 5.5" x 8.5"
Topics: Nancy Dickerson Welch, Polly Hicks McKean, George Foster, Moffitt, Civil War
Source: folio
51
51
1909
1909
by
Abercrombie, Charles H., City Attorney; by Authority of the Common Council of the City of Astoria, Oregon
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521-page hardback book with black covers. Spine shows wear along the top, but otherwise book is in fairly good condition. Size; 5.75" x 8.75"
Topics: Astoria, Oregon, mayor, charter, ordinances, city, rules, water commission, sanitary and...
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19
1875
1875
by
44th Congress, House of Representatives
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Paper pamphlet detailing the status of a possible military road from Astoria to Salem, Oregon. Many government officials respond to this inquiry, stating that stopping construction would require another act of Congress. Paper folded into booklet, which shows some rips and wearing along the edges. Size: 5.75" x 9"
Topics: 44th Congress, Secretary of War, military road, William W. Belknap, R.R. Spedden, E.D. Townsend,...
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14
Aug 11, 1923
08/23
by
Barry & Austin Agents and Auctioneers
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Newspaper-type advertisement for a land auction at Gearhart-By-The-Sea in 1923. All of the publication is printed in black and red ink. The front cover has an illustration of the Gearhart area, with the Pacific Ocean in the background, and the title information on the bottom. The two inner pages contain lots of text about "Facts About Gearhart" and "The Opportunity." The back cover shows an outline of Clatsop County, with more information/advertising for the land auction....
Topics: Gearhart, Oregon, Gearhart-By-The-Sea, surf bathing, golf links, Hotel Gearhart, Barry & Austin...
Source: folio
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30
1966
1966
by
Northwest Regional Educational Service District
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Collection of lists of the numbers of students in and around Astoria for the years 1966, 1968 & 1970. Their parents, addresses, and siblings are also listed. The students are counted with a numerical order running down the left side of each paper. Each year has a colored paper divider with the year written on it. Most of the typed papers are thin, translucent vellum, and may be difficult to read. Many of them have weathered edges. The covers of the binder are green cloth on the...
Topics: Astoria, Oregon, Northwest Regional Education Service District, census, students, parents,...
Source: folio
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9.0
Mar 15, 1898
03/98
by
Port of Portland Customs Collector
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Cream-colored paper/form with black printing with blanks for writing in ship names, cargo, dates, etc. On the front cover, the "Peter Iredale/Wheat/Queenstown or Falmouth" is typed underneath the title. The date "Mar. 18. 1898" is written in pencil underneath the typing. The front cover is also showing brown discoloration around the edges, and has several pen marks and a brown spot. The second section is larger, and is titled "Master or Conductor's Oath on Clearing...
Topics: Peter Iredale, shipping, trade, wheat, Port of Portland, Falmouth, Cornwall, Queenstown,...
Source: folio
132
132
1922
1922
by
Bethenia Owens-Adair
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Approximately 50-page scrapbook full of newspaper clippings about and letters written to Dr. Bethenia Owens-Adair. The newspaper clippings and letters are varied and cover many topics. The covers are tan, decorated cloth, and red leather in the corners. Size: 7.5" x 12.25"
Topics: Dr. Bethenia Owens-Adair, doctor, women's rights, suffrage, prohibition, eugenics, medicine,...
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11
1918
1918
by
65th Congress, House of Representatives
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Folded pamphlet with two staples in the left fold, concerning the examination of the main ship channel near the mouth of the Columbia River. Many government engineers respond with their reports and suggestions. There is a map of this area attached to the back page of the report. There are two booklets in fair condition. Size: 5.75"" x 9"
Topics: 65th Congress, Committee on Rivers and Harbors, main ship channel, Astoria, Oregon, Columbia River,...
Source: folio
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15
1906
1906
by
59th Congress, House of Representatives
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Folded pamphlet with two staples in the left fold, concerning the survey of Astoria Harbor. Many government engineers respond with their reports and suggestions. These pamphlets have several blank pages in the back. There are two copies that are in very good condition. Size: 5.75"" x 9"
Topics: 59th Congress, Astoria, Oregon, Astoria Harbor, Chief of Engineers, W.H. Taft, W.C. Lagfitt, S.W....
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18
1906
1906
by
58th Congress, House of Representatives
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Paper pamphlet consisting of one paper folded in half. The pamphlet concerns the state of the Clatsop Indians in 1905, and concerns over land, money, and treaties. This copy does show some rips and wearing along the edges. Size: 6" x 9.5"
Topics: Committee on Indian Affairs, 58th Congress, Clatsop Indians, Commissioners, land cession,...
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49
1896
1896
by
Clatsop County School Superintendents
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Collection of various sizes and types of papers; some typed and some handwritten; containing the numbers of students in and around Astoria for the years 1896- 1916. Their parents, addresses, and siblings are also listed. Each year has a cream-colored paper divider with the year written on them. Most of the typed papers are thin, translucent vellum that are often torn, ripped, and weathered edges. The covers are blue on the outside and patterned on the inside. The bottom corners on the outside...
Topics: Astoria, Oregon, Northwest Regional Education Service District, census, students, parents,...
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23
1947
1947
by
Clatsop County School Superintendent
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Collection of various sizes and types of papers; some typed and some handwritten; containing the numbers of students in Clatsop County for the years 1947-1956, 1959, 1960, 1962, and 1964. Their parents, addresses, and siblings are also listed. Each year has a colored paper divider with the year written on them. Most of the typed papers are thin, translucent vellum that often have torn, ripped, and weathered edges. The covers are black on the outside and patterned on the inside. The...
Topics: Astoria, Oregon, Northwest Regional Education Service District, census, students, parents,...
Source: folio
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21
1951
1951
by
Northwest Regional Education Service District
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Collection of lists of the numbers of students in and around Astoria for the years 1951 - 1960. Their parents, addresses, and siblings are also listed. The students are counted with a numerical order running down the left side of each paper. Many years have handwritten additions added to the end of the list. Each year is separated with a paper showing lists of total students for the school year. Many of the pages have torn, ripped, and weathered edges along the bottom since they extend beyond...
Topics: Astoria, Oregon, Northwest Regional Education Service District, census, students, parents,...
Source: folio
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16
1888
1888
by
50th Congress, Senate
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Front and back pamphlet detailing the importance of constructing a wharf in the Astoria Harbor. Many government engineers respond with their reports and suggestions. The paper is in fairly good condition, and there are two copies. Size: 6" x 9.5"
Topics: 50th Congress, Senate, Committee on Commerce, Astoria, Oregon, Astoria Harbor, wharf, construction,...
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17
1905
1905
by
58th Congress, Senate
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Paper pamphlet stapled twice on left side, however the staples are gone and the pages are loose now. The pamphlet concerns the state of the Clatsop Indians in 1905, and concerns over land, money, and treaties. This pamphlet does show some rips and wearing along the edges. Size: 5.75" x 9"
Topics: 58th Congress, Committe on Indian Affair, Mr. Gamble, Clatsops, Tillamooks, treaty, Anson Dart,...
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10.0
Aug 16, 1897
08/97
by
Port of Astoria
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Two page certificate printed with black ink and tacked together in the upper left hand corner. The document shows some brown discoloration, with heavier color from the tack's rusting. It is titled "Certificate of Health and Compliance with Quarantine" for the British Bark (ship) Galgate, captained by John Jones. The ship had sailed from the Port of Shanghai, and was on its way to the Port of Portland, presumably to pick up cargo for its return in 1897. The Galgate was built in 1888 by...
Topics: Briitish Bark Galgate, Port of Shanghai, Dr. J.A. Fulton, Captain John Jones, Port of Astoria,...
Source: folio
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18
1949
1949
by
Clatsop County
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18
1887
1887
by
West Shore Lithographing & Engraving Company
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One page chromolithographic plate with some tearing around the edges. Printed by the West Shore Lithographing and Engraving Company in 1887 in Portland, Oregon; begun by Leopold Samuel in 1875 mainly for printing the West Shore newspaper. See below for more information. Size of illustration: 5.75" x 10" From wikipedia.com: "West Shore magazine produced many finely executed illustrations of scenery, architecture, and commerce in Oregon, Washington, California, Idaho, Montana,...
Topics: Astoria, Oregon, Columbia River, town, community, residences, businesses, horse and buggy,...
Source: folio
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26
1868
1868
by
Rockwell, Cleveland
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31
1890
1890
by
Marcy, W.L. and O.V. Waggoner
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A large map of 1890 Astoria and surrounding areas. The map is mounted onto a pasteboard. The paper is cream colored, showing some discoloration/staining. There are two illustrations in the upper corners: one of the river/port looking west, and another of the McClure School. There is a three-line border around the outer edges of the map. Size: 28" x 41"
Topics: Astoria, Oregon, Clatsop County, Columbia River, Tongue Point, Warrenton, Alderbrook, Young's Bay,...
Source: folio
These pages are written in cursive, blue ink. They show old fold marks, and some discoloration from age. Truman Powers lived from 1808 - 1883. His wife's name was Mary Mildred Beal Powers. His daughter's name is Mary Harwood Powers. She lived from 1848 - 1935. She married Christian Frederick Leinenweber in 1866. They are all buried in Clatsop County. Below are two links to their photo albums also in this collection: https://archive.org/details/powers.leinenweber.photo.album/page/n1/mode/2up...
Topics: Truman Powers, Mary Mildred Beal Powers, Mary Mildred Beal, Mary Powers, Mary Harwood Powers, Mary...
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11
1884
1884
by
Astoria Chamber of Commerce
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One page pamphlet, printed front and back, asking for an appropriation to improve the mouth of the Columbia River. Many government engineers respond with their reports and suggestions. Paper shows some rips and wearing along the edges. Size: 6" x 9.5"
Topics: 48th Congress, Senate, appropriation, Columbia River, commerce, E.C. Holden, Astoria, Oregon,...
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14
1876
1876
by
44th Congress; Senate
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Paper pamphlet detailing the status of a telegraph line from Fort Canby, Washington to Astoria and Portland, Oregon. Many government officials respond to this inquiry, giving information from meetings about the topic. Paper folded into booklet, which shows some rips and wearing along the edges. Size: 6" x 9.5"
Topics: 44th Congress, Executive Document, Senate, Secretary of War, Fort Canby, Fort Stevens, Astoria,...
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55
1896
1896
by
Curtis, C.J., City Attorney, under Direction of the Committee on Ways and Means of the Common Council, of the City of Astoria
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407-page hardback book with black covers. Spine is very worn, with gold writing and stripes. Size: 6" x 8.5"
Topics: Astoria, Oregon, mayor, charter, ordinances, city, rules, water commission, sanitary and...
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17
1906
1906
by
59th Congress, House of Representatives
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Paper pamphlet held together with two staples stapled 0.25" onto the left margin. It is concerning the improvement of the mouth of the Columbia River with the construction of a jetty "extending seaward from the south side of the entrance." Many government engineers respond with their reports and suggestions. There are two copies that are in very good condition. Size: 5.75"" x 9"
Topics: Columbia River, Astoria, Oregon, 59th Congress, Committee on Rivers and Harbors, jetty, jetties,...
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79
1846
1846
by
Lattie, Alexander
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Hardback journal with faded brown cardboard covers and a dark brown spine. The bottom and top of the spine show extreme wear and have exposed the paper edge inside. Some of the string in the book binding is visible at the upper spine. The top spine area also shows rectangular discolored areas that imply someone may have used tape to try and hold the spine together in the past. All edges are worn. Pages inside show stains and discoloring around the brown ink cursive. Size: 12.5" x 8" x...
Topics: Astoria, Oregon, pioneer, Hudson's Bay Company, HBC, Fort Astoria, Fort George, fur trade, weather,...
Source: folio
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22
1891
1891
by
Peninsular Land and Trust Co.
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Very fragile, torn, and wrinkled foldout map of Taylor's Astoria in 1891. The map could be folded into a brochure size. In this shape, the front cover has an illustration of a ship at the top, and a locomotive engine in the center with title information at top and bottom. The back of the brochure has a full page illustration of the Port of Astoria. When folded out, there is a page with a larger map of Clatsop County. This map gives an idea of the railroad and development proposals. Another page...
Topics: Astoria, Oregon, Taylor's Astoria, map, plat, Lewis and Dryden Print Company, Peninsular Land and...
Source: folio
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27
1962
1962
by
Northwest Regional Educational Service District
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Collection of lists of the numbers of students in and around Astoria for the years 1962, 1964, 1966, 1968, 1970. Their parents, addresses, and siblings are also listed. The students are counted with a numerical order running down the left side of each paper. Most of these papers are printed in purple ink. The covers of the binder are greenish-grey cloth on the outside with maroon corners. The inside covers are patterned with stamps of the company, "Standard B & P." Inside the...
Topics: Astoria, Oregon, Northwest Regional Education Service District, census, students, parents,...
Source: folio
Small, blue piece of paper folded in half, and showing signs of being burned at the bottom. The paper has also been folded into smaller pieces for mail delivery. All edges are brown, with some brown staining throughout. The page is 5" x 7.75" at first, but when unfolded the size is 7.75" x 10." The cursive handwriting is only on the first and second "pages," while the third and fourth are blank. The fourth page does have Captain Hall's address in Steilacoom, WA...
Topics: Captain William Brotchie, Captain B.H. Hall, William Frasier Tolmie, Mr. Kinney, Steilacoom WA,...
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16
Dec 8, 1922
12/22
by
Astoria Evening Budget
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Four typed bulletins that were printed after the Astoria 1922 Fire that destroyed much of the downtown area, including the Astoria Evening Budget newspaper building. (The Astoria Evening Budget was so titled from 1914 - 1930.) After the fire, the newspaper put out these informational bulletins to help the local community stay informed on what happened, and future plans for rebuilding. The last page is a letter from Mrs. Jerralee Drake Lyman to the editor of The Daily Astorian in 1972, which...
Topics: Astoria, Oregon, Astoria Fire of 1922, conflagration, rebuilding, fire damage, YMCA, Reverend W.S....
Source: folio
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20
1897
1897
by
54th Congress, Senate
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Front and back pamphlet concerning the Astoria Harbor and its improvement. Many government engineers respond with their reports and suggestions. There are two copies which do show some rips and wearing along the edges. Size: 6" x 9.5"
Topics: Astoria, Oregon, 54th Congress, Senate, Astoria Harbor, Columbia River, commerce, river channel,...
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16
1894
1894
by
53rd Congress, Senate
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Folded pamphlet concerning the possibilities of building a quarantine hospital on the Oregon side of the Columbia River. Many government engineers respond with their reports and suggestions. There are two copies that are in very good condition. Size: 5.75"" x 9.25"
Topics: Astoria, Oregon, 53rd Congress, Senate, Committee on Appropriations, Treasury Department, commerce,...
Mary Esther West Riddle kept a journal of her travels from Iowa to Oregon, on the Oregon Trail in 1878. This is a 45 page typed transcription of that journal.
Topics: Mary Riddle, Mrs. Riddle, Mary West Riddle, Mary Esther West Riddle, Oregon Trail, journal, diary,...
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1889
1889
by
50th Congress, House of Representatives
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Front and back pamphlet concerning the connection of light stations by telegraph. Many government engineers respond with their reports and suggestions. There are three copies which do show some rips and wearing along the edges. Size: 6" x 9.5"
Topics: 50th Congress, House of Representatives, Light-House Board, appropriation, telegraph, C.S....
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36
1916
1916
by
Norblad, A.W., and Auditor and Police Judge, Olof Anderson, and C.J. Curtis, by Authority of the Common Council of the City of Astoria, Oregon
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403-page hardback book with tan covers. In the very center of the front cover it says, "Fred J.Johnson" with "Mayor" underneath in gold ink. The edges and the spine are showing wear. Size: 5.75" x 9"
Topics: Astoria, Oregon, mayor, charter, ordinances, city, rules, water commission, sanitary and...
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11
1883
1883
by
Astoria Chamber of Commerce
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One page pamphlet printed on front and back, detailing an appropriation to improve the mouth of the Columbia River. Many government engineers respond with their reports and suggestions. The paper has rips and wearing along the edges, and there 2 copies. Size: 6" x 9.5"
Topics: 47th Congress, Senate, Committe on Commerce, Columbia River, Astoria, Oregon, appropriation, 47th...
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28
Apr 1, 1886
04/86
by
Wilson, Reverend M.D.; County School Superintendent
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Leather-bound, hardback register with black covers, showing significant wearing along the edges and corners. The spine and corners are covered in a darker leather with gold edging along the borders. The front cover has the remnants of a rectangular white label in the center. The back cover has a white spot along the bottom edge. The spine has most of its color worn away, and has a 2" tear at the top, exposing the paper binding underneath. There is/was handwriting in white ink along the...
Topics: Clatsop County, School Districts, school boundaries, school superintendent, petition, land claims,...
Source: folio
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Clatsop County School Superintendents
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Collection of lists of the numbers of students in and around Astoria for the years 1925 - 1932. Their parents, addresses, and siblings are also listed. The students are counted with a numerical order running down the left side of each paper. Each year has a cream-colored paper divider with the year written on it. Most of the typed papers are thin, translucent vellum, and may be difficult to read. Many of them have torn, ripped, and weathered edges along the bottom since they extend beyond the...
Topics: Astoria, Oregon, Northwest Regional Education Service District, census, students, parents,...
Source: folio
