Voyage to Alaska Aboard the Alki Delays and Scenic Passage
A passenger recounts an Alaska voyage aboard the Alki from Seattle to Ketchikan. Departure was delayed by freight needs, seas were calm yet occasionally rough, and scenery included glacial formations and the Milbank and Dixon sounds. The ship carried about 60 passengers including a honeymooning couple, a Seattle sergeant and wife, and Alaska pioneers as they approached Juneau and Ketchikan.
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Alaska
Puget Sound
Seattle
Juneau
James
Seymour Narrows
Dixon
Milbank Sound
Tropics
British Columbia
Ketchiian
Alaskan Cruise Journey Through Wrangell and Juneau
The diary describes docking at Wrangell and Petersburg, watching Narrows and icebergs, and sailing toward Sitka. Passengers include 12 young Portland teacher passengers, meals onboard, and long days with late sunsets. Juneau greeted the voyage with 5,000 to 10,000 residents, Mt. Juneau nearby, warm weather for Alaska, and claims of rich mines and growth potential.
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Witwee Agg
Dispatch
Alki
Portland
Wrangell
Wrangell Narrows
Seymour Narrows
Petersburg
Ketchican
Sitka
Juneau
Mtuneau
Surprise Party for Mrs Ada McNay at North College
The Ladies Aid Society of the Methodist church held a surprise afternoon for Mrs Ada McNay on August 18 at Mrs Rosa Donahoo’s home on North College. Mrs McNay, invited for lunch with Mrs Donahoo, learned of the plan upon returning to the house. She will visit her sons in Texas and Kansas and plans to be away until next spring. The event featured hymns, a duette by Mrs Gould and Mrs Zumwald, and refreshments. The group extended best wishes for her winter and promised a warm welcome upon her return to Newberg.
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Ladies’ Aid Society
the Methodist Church
Ada Mc
Rosa Donahoo
North College Street
Not His Job City Boy Witness Conversation
Fragmentary dialogue shows tension over duties as a city boy and witness discuss who should take action. The exchange hints at responsibility and collaboration but lacks clear context.
Memorial Service and Sessions at Legion Secretary
The notice outlines a schedule with a 11:20 gathering of department superintendents and a 11:45 memorial service. Mire M J Newlin is mentioned in connection with the event details.
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Legion Secretary
Mire
M. J. Newlin
Announcement Party With Colorful Floral Decor
A decorated luncheon for seventeen featured heliotrope lavender and pink asters with tulle ceiling drapes. Centerpieces included a large mortar and pestle, mortar motif favors, and four line jingles by the hostess for guests such as Mrs. Clarence Kienle and Miss Pansy Colby, among others from Sheridan and McMinnville.
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Clarence Kienle
Elgin van Blaricom
Pansy Colby
Vera Stannard
The Gentle Exterior Dialogue
A statesman praises iron in velvet while Miss Cayenne comments on the unusual head of bone in the hat of silk. The exchange contrasts strength and softness in attire and character.
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Miss Cayenne
Willamette Club Plans Fall and Winter Work
The Willamette Club executive committee met Monday to organize for the coming fall and winter spa. Bert Miller presides with Jo Nelson as vice president Chester Zumwalt secretary John Hanson treasurer and Earl Baird athletic manager. They seek winter quarters and aim to furnish 77 rooms. A membership committee including John Hanson Walter Bartlett and Lee Cowgill will recruit among high school students and city residents.
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Willamette Club
Ee Miller
Spa
Aretme
Bert Miller
Jo Nelson
Chester Zumwalt
John Hanson
Earl Baird
Walter Bartlett
Lee Cowgill
Cowgill
Nelson
Baird
Harrington
Young
Saturday Indiana Day Picnic At City Park
Former Indiana residents are invited to a Saturday picnic at the city park. Dinner will be served at noon on long tables with fried chicken pumpkin pie and drinks provided or bring a lunch basket. After eating groups will visit and a short program with roll call and talks will follow.
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Indiana
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Oliver M. Vincent
Madogage
Snd
Ain
Little Fruit
Aly Aan
Newword
Oregon
Newberg
Seward
Ada M’nay
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