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Oregon at Work transports the reader back in time as they learn what it was like to work in the 1850's, the 1900's, the 1950's and today. The authors skillfully weave personal stories and photographs of 20 pioneer families with historical research and economic statistics. Meet the founder of the town of Carlton, a farmer/legislator from 1862, an End of the Trail resort owner, the one room schoolhouse teacher, and the blacksmith. Then jump ahead 50 years and meet their descendants. As the reader moves through time they see a reoccurring theme, Oregonians are strong and resilient people.
This book offers readers an opportunity to be encouraged by where we were and hope for where we are going. I strongly recommend it.
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Oregon at Work: 1859-2009 by Art Ayre
CME, April 11, 2009
Oregon at Work transports the reader back in time as they learn what it was like to work in the 1850's, the 1900's, the 1950's and today. The authors skillfully weave personal stories and photographs of 20 pioneer families with historical research and economic statistics. Meet the founder of the town of Carlton, a farmer/legislator from 1862, an End of the Trail resort owner, the one room schoolhouse teacher, and the blacksmith. Then jump ahead 50 years and meet their descendants. As the reader moves through time they see a reoccurring theme, Oregonians are strong and resilient people.This book offers readers an opportunity to be encouraged by where we were and hope for where we are going. I strongly recommend it.