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Beginning in 1850 (when Oregon was only a territory), past the conflicts of wars both civil and international, and on to the new millennium, THE OREGON STORY: 1850-2000 unfolds, bringing the past into the present. The historical photographs and engaging stories in this unique and splendid volume focus on the Oregonians who were significant in shaping each decade, and give a detailed and evocative account of what life was like in each period of Oregon's modern development. See the city of Portland grow from "Stumptown" into the jewel of the Willamette. Hear about men who lost everything in the Depression, yet gave us our priceless legacy in Timberline Lodge. Based on an intriguing illustrated series of articles called "An Oregon Century" in The Oregonian, this expanded history spans the existence of the Northwest's largest newspaper, the oldest continuously operating business in Portland. This fascinating look at a remarkable state, rich with photographs, facts, and timelines, will enable you to know and enjoy Oregon as you never have before. On December 4, 1850, The Oregonian cranked out its first newspaper under the guidance of Thomas J. Dryer, who moved up from San Francisco to take a chance on Portland. The community was just a small shipping and lumber-producing village of 700 residents. Since then, The Oregonian has been bringing the news into our homes daily. The Oregon Story: 1850-2000 commemorates The Oregonian's 150th anniversary, and celebrates the newspaper's commitment to chronicling history in this great state.
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Customer Reviews:
• Gift 05 July, 2007
Although we did purchase this as a gift for a friend and colleague moving to Sisters, Oregon we did scan it and it is a wonderful book.
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• Lotsa Info 14 November, 2007
PURCHASED FOR MY HUSBAND FOR HIS BIRTHDAY AND HE HAS HARDLY PUT IT DOWN SINCE RECEIVING IT! AS WE ARE FAIRLY NEW TO THE STATE, WE UNDERSTAND THE PLACE WE NOW LIVE AND WHAT LEAD UP TO THE WAY WE FIND OREGON TODAY. WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO ANYONE INTERESTED IN NORTHWEST HISTORY AND IT PEOPLE.
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• Outstanding 27 December, 2001
Being a former Oregon resident and to this day occasional Oregon visitor, I was fascinated by this book, which is a history of the Beaver State, and one that is done quite well. From the chronology of the state, to recording historic events, and sidebars about influential people in its history, this book takes a wonderful look back over the past 150 years.Since the book was written by staff members of the Oregonian, it reads like a "newspaper account" of the days leading from Oregon's inception to the present. But what an entertaining account. From the early days, through the "turn of the century, the roaring 20's, the Depression, wartime, the fifties, turbulent 60s, up to the year 2000, all events are well-documented.I never knew for example that Tom McCall when he was governor in 1970 staged the only ever state-run rock concert. I only saw him years later when I lived in Oregon and saw him deliver commentary on the evening news. I knew of course about Vanport and its horrendous end. I also remembered the bad flooding in 1996, having been in Portland the weekend before it happened. And of course, who could ever forget Mt. St. Helens erupting in 1980? These of course are just a few of the events that have occured in Oregon's historyI mentioned sidebars about influential people. People like McCall, Artie Wilson (a famous Pacific Coast League baseball player now living in Portland), Beverly Cleary (who wrote the Henry books I loved as a kid), Neil Goldschmitt, and the current Portland mayor Vera Katz, among others.I have always loved the state of Oregon and its people, even if I'm a dreaded "Californian." This book reinforces my love and admiration of the state to the north of me.
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• The Oregon Story: 1850-2000 By Oregonian Staff 12 March, 2005
This is better than a history book. I lived in Oregon for years and never knew half of the things that are in this book. It is laid out so that you can pick it up for a few minutes of quick facts or read it as a novel; I did both. I think this will be a great gift for someone who has roots in Oregon
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• A Great Book For Someone Curious About Oregon 07 June, 2008
If you want a book to use a jumping off point for more learning about Oregon's rich, interesting history, the Oregonian's book on Oregon is a great place to start. Great for any personal library, I highly recommend it!
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