Synopses & Reviews
Incorporated in 1854, Silverton sits at the eastern edge of the Willamette Valley and gives way to the foothills of the Cascade Mountains. It was built along Silver Creek, a location used for countless years by native people. As the town grew, it became a shipping center for the timber and agricultural industries of the area. During the early part of the 20th century, Silverton's mills helped supply the nation with lumber. Like many small towns, Silverton has changed with the times, but it has retained its small-town feel as a vibrant community with a diverse population. The community has nurtured many talents over the years, including political cartoonist Homer Davenport and astronaut Donald Pettit.
Review
Title: Arcadia Publishing adds Silverton to history book series
Author - Barbara Curtin
Publisher: StatesmanJournal.com
Date: 7/20/2011
"Silverton" is the latest entry in Arcadia Publishing's "Images of America" series. It will be published July 25.
Author Gus Frederick will sign copies during Silverton's annual Homer Davenport Community Festival. He'll be at the Silverton Country Museum from 1 to 4 p.m. Aug. 6 and at the GeerCrest Farm at the same hours Aug. 7.
The book traces Silverton's history from a stop for native peoples to a busy mill town to a modern center for agriculture and tourism.
Silverton resident Frederick works as a multimedia specialist for the state. He is a longtime history enthusiast with special interest in local photographs.
DETAILS
Title: "Silverton"
Author - Gus Frederick
Cost: $21.99
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
About the Author
Oregon native and Silverton resident Gus Frederick works as a multimedia specialist for the State of Oregon. His background includes graphic arts, animation, filmmaking, and photography. A longtime history enthusiast, he continues to be fascinated with local history, as conveyed in photographs. Silverton has been blessed over the years with many photographers--both professional and amateur--as well as an active local historical society that has worked to preserve these images and the history behind them.