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Willamette Landings: Ghost Towns of the River (in English)
Howard McKinley Corning
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Willamette Landings: Ghost Towns of the River (in English) - Corning, Howard McKinley ; Parrish, Philip H.
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Synopsis "Willamette Landings: Ghost Towns of the River (in English)"
Williamette Landings: Ghost Towns of the River is a book written by Howard McKinley Corning that explores the forgotten history of the towns and settlements that once thrived along the Williamette River in Oregon. The book is a comprehensive guide to the ghost towns that dot the river, providing readers with a detailed look at the communities that once existed in these now-abandoned places.The book begins with an overview of the history of the Williamette River and its importance to the early settlers of Oregon. It then delves into the stories of the different towns and settlements that sprang up along the river, describing their origins, growth, and eventual decline.Throughout the book, Corning uses historical documents, photographs, and maps to bring these ghost towns to life. He describes the daily lives of the people who lived in these towns, the businesses that thrived there, and the challenges they faced as they tried to make a life in the rugged Oregon wilderness.Williamette Landings: Ghost Towns of the River is a fascinating look at a forgotten chapter in Oregon's history. It will appeal to anyone interested in the history of the American West, as well as those who enjoy exploring abandoned places and uncovering the secrets of the past.Edited By Verne Bright.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
