Collection Timeline

1864 to 2000

1864
Postcard of men standing near a bank in Virginia City, Montana.

1875
Postcard of men on and near a horse-drawn wagon in Virginia City, Montana.

1885
Postcard of a hotel in Murray, Idaho.

1886
Postcard of Murray, Idaho.

1890
Postcard of Murray, Idaho.

1894
Postcard of St. Maries, Idaho along the St. Joe river.
Postcard of railroad tracks after a snow slide on Canyon Creek near Mace, Idaho.
Postcard of railroad tracks after a snow slide on Canyon Creek near Mace, Idaho.

1897
Postcard of student members of the women's drill team on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho. | University of Idaho's Company C (the "C" stood for calico). This women's drill team earned Idaho ROTC its first "excellent" rating in 1897.

1900
Postcard of the first Administration building, which was destroyed in 1906, on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho. | The first University of Idaho Administration Building in 1900. The building was destroyed by fire in 1906.
Postcard of the University of Idaho in Moscow, Idaho. Donor: Bancroft Library Archives

1903
Postcard of snow near a railroad trestle after a snow slide.
Postcard of a wreck on a railroad trestle caused by a snow slide.

1905
Postcard of a Masonic building in Lewiston, Idaho.

1907
Postcard of a street in Culdesac, Idaho.
Postcard of a school building no longer standing in Burke, Idaho.
Postcard of the Mammoth and Standard Mills near Wallace, Idaho.
Postcard of the Administration Building on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of a football game between the University of Idaho and Whitman in 1907.

1908
Postcard is of the old Sigma Nu House in Eugene, Oregon. This building was purchased by Northwest Christian University and torn down. The interior of this house was used for the Animal House (1978) film.
Postcard is part of a postcard packet. Image is of sheep grazing and fields with accompanying verses.
Postcard of the Lewiston Commercial Fleet in Lewiston, Idaho.
Postcard of the School of Mines building, which is no longer standing, on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the School of Mines building, which is no longer standing, on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of various buildings on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho, including the Gymnasium, Mining Mills, New Administration Building, Girls' Dormitory, and Agricultural College.

1909
Postcard of the Oregon State Building at the Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition in 1909 in Seattle, Washington. The grounds of the exposition later became the University of Washington campus.
Postcard of the Forestry Building at the Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition in 1909 in Seattle, Washington. The grounds of the exposition later became the University of Washington campus.
Postcard is of a Tacoma, Washington High School, now named Stadium High School.
Postcard is of the Davenport Hotel's Restaurant in Spokane, Washington.
Postcard of the Bunker Hill and Sullivan Mills near Kellogg, Idaho.

1910
Photographic postcard of the King County Courthouse square in Seattle, Washington. Photo is sepia toned. | Court House Square, Seatle, Wn.
Postcard is of the Seattle Hotel in Seattle, Washington.
Postcard is a historic view of C street in Tacoma, Washington. | C. Street, Tacoma, Washington.
Postcard is a photograph overlooking Ashland, Oregon.
Postcard is of the old Portland Hotel, which is no longer standing, in Portland, Oregon.
Postcard of Wallace, Idaho before the August 20, 1910 fire.
Postcard of Wallace, Idaho before the August 20, 1910 fire.
Postcard of Wallace, Idaho after the August 20, 1910 fire.
Postcard of Kellogg, Idaho.
Postcard of Main St. in Juliaetta, Idaho looking South.
Postcard of a ferry crossing the Snake River in Idaho.
Postcard of a steamboat, presumably on the Snake River in Idaho.
Postcard of the Snowstorm Mine in Mullan, Idaho.
Postcard of the Success Mine and Mill near Wallace, Idaho.
Postcard of the Interstate-Callahan mine near Wallace, Idaho.
Postcard of the Hercules Mine near Burke, Idaho.
Postcard of a Log Rolling Contest on the Payette River in Idaho.
Postcard of a dredge in Idaho.
Postcard of a home destroyed by a snow slide in February 27, 1910.
Postcard of Mace, Idaho after a snow slide in 1910.
Postcard of Square Lake in the Sawtooth Range, Idaho.
Postcard of Twin Falls, Idaho.
Postcard of a snow slide at Burke, Idaho.
Postcard of crystal formations from a cave at the Craters of the Moon National Monument.
Postcard of students and buildings on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of volcanic craters at the Craters of the Moon National Monument in Idaho.
Postcard is a photograph of a large hill near Juliaetta, Idaho.
Postcard of a family posing in front of their house.
Postcard of a pack train on the summit of Mt. Baldy.
Postcard of a horse drawn combine harvesting grain in fields near Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of loggers making poles in the St. Joe forest, Idaho.
Postcard of several churches in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of Troy, Montana.
Postcard of men standing in front of the California store in Virginia City, Montana.
Postcard of a museum in Virginia City, Montana.
Postcard of the administration building on the Washington State University campus in Pullman, Washington
Postcard of an ore smelter in Northport, Washington.
Postcard of a flood in Pullman, Washington in March, 1910.
Postcard of a flood in Pullman, Washington in March, 1910.
Postcard of a flood in Pullman, Washington in March, 1910.
Postcard of a flood in Pullman, Washington in March, 1910.
Postcard of a flood in Pullman, Washington in March, 1910.
Postcard of a flood in Pullman, Washington in March, 1910.
Postcard of the town of Trail, British Columbia, Canada.
Postcard of a smelter in Trail, British Columbia, Canada.
Postcard of a school building in Jerome, Idaho.
Postcard of men posing in front of a shop likely in Lewiston, Idaho.
Postcard of men posing in front of a shop likely in Lewiston, Idaho.
Postcard of Main street in Enterprise, Oregon.
Postcard of an ore smelter in Northport, Washington.
Postcard of an ore smelter in Northport, Washington.

1911
Postcard is of the old Pierce County Courthouse in Tacoma, Washington. The building was demolished in 1959.
Postcard of the historic Perkins Building in Tacoma, Washington. | Perkins Building, Home of the Morning Ledger & Evening News, Tacoma Wash
Postcard of Main Street in Mosocw, Idaho on July 4th, 1911.
Postcard of the Hotel Victoria in Spokane, Washington.
Postcard of a man standing in an orchard near Lewiston, Idaho.

1912
Postcard is of the Spokane County Courthouse in Spokane, Washington.
Postcard of the Metallurgical and Agriculture buildings on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of a football game between the University of Idaho and Washington State College in 1912.
Postcard of a float in the Lewiston Rose Fair Parade in 1912.

1913
Postcard is of a flood scene in Wallace, Idaho.
Postcard of a logging camp in Collins, Idaho.
Postcard is of a winding road near White bird, Idaho. | White bird Hill between Grangeville and White bird, Idaho on North and South Highway. Drops 3000 feet in 12 miles with 20 switchbacks. Also the old battleground of the Nez Perce Indians.
Postcard of a winding road near Culdesac, Idaho. | New Winchester grade over the Culdesac Hill on the North and South Highway.
Postcard of the Camas Prairie Railroad Bridge over Lawyer's Canyon near Culdesac, Idaho. | Highest railroad bridge in the world across Lawyers Canyon, N. and S. Highway, Idaho.
Postcard of an automobile crossing a bridge over the Salmon River. | The Horse-Shoe bend of the Big Salmon at the mouth of Slippery Creek. North and South Highway, Idaho.
Postcard of a canyon and river on a highway in Idaho. | Box Canyon of the Salmon on North and South Highway.
Postcard of a river along a highway in Idaho. | Looking up the Big Salmon towards the Gill Ranch from upper end of the Box Canyon.
Postcard of a river and canyon near Riggins, Idaho. | Grand Canyon of the Big Salmon River looking South from the Pogue Ranch showing 3 miles of N. and S. Hy. And Riggins in the distance.
Postcard of a canyon and mountains near White bird, Idaho. | Looking south toward White bird from the top of White bird Hill showing the Seven Devils at the left 100 miles away. North and South Hy. Idaho.
Postcard of a bridge on a highway near New Meadows, Idaho. | Looking North across the Upper bridge of the Little Salmon at the foot of the McCuller Grade, N. and S.
Postcard of a scenic Inn on the Salmon river. | The Black Bear Inn on the Little Salmon 161 miles south of Lewiston, Idaho. N. & S. Hy. Headquarters for the sportsman. Good hunting & Trout fishing.

1914
Postcard of Helmer, Idaho.
Postcard is of Lapwai, Idaho, formerly Fort Lapwai.
Postcard of children and adults posing in front of the Children's Home in Lewiston, Idaho.

1915
Photographic postcard of Bryan Hall on the Washington State University campus (mislabeled "Noll Aduitorium") . Card is damaged and held together with tape.
Postcard is of Sunset, Idaho near Wallace. | Sunset, Idaho.
Postcard of the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of a game of "pick-a-back" relay between freshman and sophomores at the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of prize winning cows at the University of Idaho.
Postcard of a May Pole celebration on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the spectators at a football game between the University of Idaho and Washington State College.
Postcard of a big bonfire before a football game at the University of Idaho.
Postcard of a coach talking to students and athletes before a game in 1915.

1916
Postcard of a crowd at a freshman-sophomore fight on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.

1918
Postcard of Ridenbaugh Hall on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the auditorium in the Administration building on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Engineering Building, which is no longer standing, on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of a bonfire during a rally for a football game in 1918.
Postcard of the auditorium in the Administration building on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of men peeling potatoes at Camp Lewis in Washington state.

1920
Postcard is of Lincoln High School in Seattle, Washington.
Postcard is of the entrance to the restaurant at the Davenport Hotel in Spokane, Washington. | Entrance to Davenport's Restaurant, Spokane, Wash.
Postcard is of the Washington State Penitentiary in Walla Walla, Washington.
Postcard is of the Spokane County Courthouse in Spokane, Washington.
Postcard is a view of Mount Adams from the Columbia River. | Columbia River Scenes, Oregon. Olde, Wortman & King, Portland. Hand-colored. Mount Adams.
Postcard is of the old Lane County Courthouse in Eugene, Oregon. | Court House, Eugene, Oregon.
Postcard is of the Multhomah Hotel in Portland, Oregon.
Postcard is of the old Portland Hotel in Portland, Oregon.
Postcard is of McCall, Idaho from Payette Lake.
Postcard is a photograph of a geothermal swimming pool that was located in Boise, Idaho.
Postcard is a photograph of the no longer standing Overland Building in Boise, Idaho.
Postcard is a photograph of the old Hotel Boise in Boise, Idaho.
Postcard of the business district in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of old clothes day at Moscow High School in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Moscow High School booster club.
Postcard of main street Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of Moscow, Idaho from the University of Idaho.
Postcard of World War 1 new recruits marching down the street in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Moscow Hotel in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of Landore, Idaho.
Postcard of a street scene in Cuprum, Idaho.
Postcard is of Lapwai, Idaho, formerly Fort Lapwai.
Postcard of the old Idaho City jail in Idaho City, Idaho. | What is left of the old Idaho City jail built in the old territorial days. Note the hewed logs and dovetailed corners. Community Hall, Idaho City.
Postcard of a hotel in Lewiston, Idaho.
Postcard of the Twin Falls-Jerome Bridge which was replaced in 1976 by the Perrine Memorial Bridge near Twin Falls. | no. 570. Twin Falls - Jerome Bridge - rim to rim - Snake River Gorge, Idaho. Height 476 ft. highest in the world - 1400 ft. long.
Postcard of the Salmon River Highway below Salmon, Idaho.
Postcard of Salmon River below Salmon, Idaho.
Postcard of a mine belonging to the Tamarack-Custer Consolidated Mining Company.
Postcard of a smelting mill in Mackay, Idaho.
Postcard of the St. Joe River in Idaho. | The St. Joe River is navigable a distance of 40 miles from Lake Coeur d'Alene to St. Joe. For perfect reflections and shadow scenery this river is unsurpassed. Daily excursions to St. Joe River via C. d'A. & S. electric line and Red Collar steamers.
Postcard of the Thousand Springs near Hagerman, Idaho.
Postcard of a cave formation at the Craters of the Moon National Monument.
Postcard of the Science Hall, or Life Sciences Building, on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Administration building on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Science Building, or Life Sciences Building, on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Gymnasium, now Art and Architecture South, on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Metallurgical Building, now Art and Architecture, on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Sigma Nu and Gamma Phi-Beta on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of Neale Stadium, which was in the area of the Kibbie Dome, on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Administration building on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Administration building on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Administration building on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of a women's dormitory (now Ridenbaugh Hall) at the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of a women's dormitory (now Ridenbaugh Hall) at the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Administration Building on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Gymnasium, now Art and Architecture South, on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard is of the Sawtooth Mountains near Stanley, Idaho.
Postcard of railroad tracks in a mountain pass. Possibly the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad (often referred to as the Milwaukee Road) in Idaho.
Postcard of a combine harvesting grain in fields near Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Warren T. Shepperd homestead southwest of Plummer, Idaho.
Postcard of a train travelling around a sharp corner near Wallace, Idaho.
Postcard of Bighorn Sheep in the Sawtooth Mountains, Idaho.
Postcard of Bear Grass blooming in the mountains of Idaho.
Postcard of a man standing in front of an unidentified home.
Postcard of a monument erected to the memory of the University of Idaho students who served in the Spanish-American War.
Postcard of a I.O.O.F. lodge in Idaho City, Idaho.
Postcard of a train hauling logs in the Northwest.
Postcard of the First Catholic Church in Murray, Idaho.
Postcard of a cowboy on a bucking horse, possibly at the Lewiston Roundup.
Postcard is of Jonas White-Bear at the Lewiston Roundup.
Postcard of the inside of a mine in Butte, Montana.
Postcard of mine buildings in Butte, Montana.
Postcard of the inside of a mine in Butte, Montana.
Postcard of the inside of a mine in Butte, Montana.
Postcard of mine buildings in Butte, Montana.
Postcard of the inside of a mine in Butte, Montana.
Postcard of the inside of a mine in Butte, Montana.
Postcard of miners outside of a mine in Butte, Montana
Postcard of mine buildings in Butte, Montana.
Postcard of men at a mine in Butte, Montana.
Postcard of the concentrator building of the Snow Storm mine in Troy, Montana.
Postcard of miners working inside of a mine in Butte, Montana.
Postcard of the Indian and Wedge Peaks near Ennis, Montana.
Postcard of graves in Virginia City, Montana.
Postcard of Virginia City, Montana from 'Boot Hill.'

1921
Postcard of Grangeville, Idaho.

1922
Postcard of students training for mine rescue operations in 1922 on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho. | University of Idaho students have always been prepared. In 1922 these students were training for mine rescue operations.
Postcard of a monument erected to the memory of the soldiers & sailors from Latah County, Idaho who gave their lives in the World War located in East City Park, Moscow, Idaho.

1925
Postcard packet of 10 photographs of Idaho.

1928
Postcard is of the Davenport Hotel in Spokane, Washington. | Davenport Hotel, Spokane, U.S.A. "One of America's Exceptional Hotels" Delightful Dining Rooms, Unusual Informal Service, Very Low Prices in All Departments.

1929
Postcard is of Stanley Lake and the Sawooth Mountains in Idaho.
Postcard of the Administration Building on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.

1930
Postcard of log trucks carrying large fir logs through a western Washington town. | 12 trucks - 12 giant fir logs - Western Washington.
Postcard of the Crown Point Vista House on the Historic Columbia River Highway near Portland, Oregon. | Vista House, Crown Point. Overlooking the beautiful Columbia River Gorge. This State owned building, giving the public the opportunity to take in the beauty of the area.
Postcard of sheep crossing the Grand Coulee Dam in Washington state. | Jod Hodgin, Eastern Washington wool grower, takes his sheep across the top of he Grand Coulee Dam for grazing in the forests of Northern Washington. Shown in the picture are 2,600 (count 'em) sheep. The distance across the top of the dam is 4,173 feet.
Postcard of the Sunset Highway in Washington state, now Primary State Highway 2 | The connecting link between Eastern and Western Washington is the Sunset Highway. Starting in the flat agricultural regions of Eastern Washington, it runs across the Cascade Mountains, through Snoqualmie Pass, down through heavily wooded areas and into Seattle.
Postcard of the Whatcom County Courthouse in Bellingham, Washington.
Postcard illustrating the many items found at Ye Olde Curiosity Shop in Seattle, Washington. | Visit Ye Olde Curiosity Shop. Est'd 1899. Most unique shop in the world. Ground floor at Colman Dock entrance, Seattle. Washington is the "evergreen" state. Seattle is the "gateway" of Alaska and Orient. Her harbors of fresh and salt water are unsurpassed for depth, extent, health, and resources, surrounded by fertile valleys, wooded hills, snow clad mountain ranges and paved scenic highways everywhere. Everybody welcome.
Exterior view of the Idaho State Capitol building in Boise, Idaho. On front: State capitol, Boise, Idaho.
Interior view of the Mechanafe restaurant in Boise, Idaho. | The new Mechanafe. 100% waterless restaurant. It's electrical. It's beautiful. It's fascinating. It's mechanical. It's sanitary. It's novelty. It's progress. It's the show place of Idaho.
Postcard is of the Yakima County Courthouse in Yakima, Washington. | Governmental headquarters for the County's 140,000 inhabitants. Yakima County ranks sixth in agricultural production amongst the 3,072 counties in the U.S. with over 500,000 acres of irrigable land producing a great variety of crops.
Postcard is of Multnomah Falls along the Columbia River Highway in Oregon. | Multnomah Falls, Columbia River Highway, Oregon. Second Highest Falls in U.S.
Interior view of the Mechanafe restaurant in Boise, Idaho. | The new Mechanafe. 100% waterless restaurant. It's electrical. It's beautiful. It's fascinating. It's mechanical. It's sanitary. It's novelty. It's progress. It's the show place of Idaho.
Postcard is of a school in Portland, Oregon. It is labeled the "New Rose City Park School," but is now called the Marysville School.
Photo postcard of the Gooding County Courthouse in Gooding, Idaho. The building is labeled "Lincoln Inn."
Postcard is of the interior of the Hunter's Room in the Silver Grill Hotel in Spokane, Washington.
Postcard of various scenes from Boise, Idaho including the State Capitol, the Boise Depot, and the Lucky Peak Dam.
Postcard is of Burke, Idaho.
Postcard is of Wallace, Idaho.
Postcard of the municipal Christmas tree on a snowy night in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of Main Street in Plummer, Idaho.
Postcard of Mace, Idaho.
Postcard is an aerial view of Salmon, Idaho.
Postcard of the Meadow Valley Motel in New Meadows, Idaho.
Postcard of Minidoka Dam on the Snake River near Rupert, Idaho.
Postcard of water sports on Lake Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
Postcard of Alturas Lake near the Sawtooth Mountains in Idaho. | Alturas Lake, Alt. 7,000 feet, in Sawtooth Mts. of Idaho Forest Service Campgrounds in Foreground. Two miles from U.S. 93.
Postcard of Shoshone Falls near Twin Falls, Idaho. | Shoshone Falls, Idaho. Located near city of Twin Falls. They are 212 feet high and 1500 feet wide. Upper falls shown are (from left to right) Bridal Veil, Bride's Maid, The Two Graces (in center) and the Sentinel at extreme right and slightly above.
Postcard of "Nigger Head Point," renamed Arrowhead Point in the 1960s, on lake Coeur d'Alene Lake, near Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. | 114 Nigger Head Point, Coeur D'Alene Lake, Coeur D'Alene, Idaho.
Postcard of men having a meal next to a river in Idaho.
Postcard of the Payette River in Idaho.
Postcard of the Gorge at Post Falls, Idaho.
Postcard of a boat towing logs down the St. Joe River in Idaho.
Postcard of Chrisman Hall, now Phinney Hall, on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Administration building on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Tau Kappa Epsilon house, which is no longer standing, on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the University Gardens on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Home Economics building on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of Mack's Inn near Island Park, Idaho.
Postcard of Lookout Pass on the Yellowstone Trail, which is now Highway 90.
Postcard of a scene near McCall, Idaho.
Postcard of a highway covered in snow and ice near Clark Fork, Idaho.
Postcard of Mt. Baldy and Round Top from St. Joe, Idaho.
Postcard of the University of Idaho Pep Band.
Postcard of children and adults posing in front of the Children's Home in Lewiston, Idaho.
Postcard of sheep grazing and drinking in a field.
Postcard of a horse drawn combine harvesting grain in fields in Eastern Washington.
Postcard of the hill and highway north of Lewiston, Idaho.
Postcard of the Idaho National Guard Building in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of a train station in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of Elk Bulls in the Sawtooth Mountains in Idaho.
Postcard of Robber's Roost on the Vigilante Trail near Virginia City, Montana.
Postcard of the interior of a museum in Virginia City, Montana.
Postcard of headboards from 'boot hill' in a museum in Virginia City, Montana.
Postcard of a dam in Lake Creek Canyon near Troy, Montana.
Postcard of a road between Troy and Libby, Montana.
Postcard of the creek below the Lake Creek Dam near Troy, Montana.
Postcard of Rooster Rock and a Salmon cannery on the Columbia River.
Postcard of Bridal Veil Falls in the Columbia River Valley, Oregon.
Postcard of the University of Washington campus in Seattle, Washington.
Postcard of waterfalls in Spokane, Washington.
Postcard of St. Vincent Hospital in Portland, Oregon.
Postcard of the Grand Coulee Dam as seen from the Columbia River Lake in Washington state.
Postcard of a pool of water in Yellowstone National Park.
Postcard of the Columbia River and Columbia River Gorge from the Crown Point Lookout, Oregon.

1932
Postcard of the Oregon coast looking south from Lookout Point near Oceanside, Oregon.

1933
Postcard is of the Tillamook Rock Lighthouse, positioned one mile west of Tillamook Head, south of Seaside, Oregon.

1935
Postcard is of the O.S.L. Depot and Howard Platt Gardens in Boise, Idaho.
Postcard of the Rustic Pine Tavern in Dubois, Wyoming.

1937
Postcard is of the Crown Point Vista House, near the Columbia River Highway in Oregon. | Vista House - Crown Point. A state owned view point affording a magnificent view from one of the highest points reached by the Columbia River Highway. With sheer walls below a panoramic view is presented, reaching far down and up the river. Parking space for many cars.
Postcard is of Mr. Borah, Idaho. The highest point in the state of Idaho a 12,655 feet. | Mt. Borah, Idaho. Altitude 12,655 feet, the highest point in the state - U.S. Highway 93

1938
Postcard envelope with 18 images of Idaho.
Postcard is part of a postcard packet. Image is of Box Canyon near Riggins, Idaho.
Postcard is part of a postcard packet. Image is of the University of Idaho administration building in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard is part of a postcard packet. Image is of two riders on horses on top of a large rock formation along the Snake River in Idaho.
Postcard is part of a postcard packet. Image is of Memaloose Island in Lake Pend Oreille.
Postcard is part of a postcard packet. Image is of a canyon on the Pend d'Oreille river.
Postcard is part of a postcard packet. Image is of a ranch along a river with mountains in the background.
Postcard is part of a postcard packet. Image is of the Cataldo Mission in Cataldo, Idaho.
Postcard is part of a postcard packet. Image is of a lake or river in the Bitteroot Mountains of Idaho.
Postcard is part of a postcard packet. Image is of a fisherman fishing in an Idaho stream.
Postcard is part of a postcard packet. Image is of a bridge crossing Lake Pend Oreille near Sandpoint, Idaho.
Postcard is part of a postcard packet. Image is of a train in a river canyon near St. Joe, Idaho.
Postcard is part of a postcard packet. Image is of fish and a fishing basket.
Postcard is part of a postcard packet. Image is of a tunnel on U.S. Highway 10 in Idaho.
Postcard is part of a postcard packet. Image is of a boat sitting next to a lake in Idaho.
Postcard is part of a postcard packet. Image is of Lake Coeur d'Alene with Highway 95.
Postcard is part of a postcard packet. Image is of men tending sheep on an ranch in Idaho.
Postcard is part of a postcard packet. Image is of Lake Chatcolet near Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.

1939
Postcard is providing directions to Bob's Auto Park on Capitol Boulevard in Boise, Idaho.
Postcard of a historic marker near Butte, Montana.

1940
Postcard is a photograph of Multnomah Falls and the Multnomah Falls Lodge on the Columbia River Highway, near Portland, Oregon.
Postcard is of the Idaho State Capitol in Boise, Idaho.
Postcard of Moscow, Idaho by moonlight. | Made for R. Sherfey.
Postcard is an aerial photograph of the business district of Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of Moscow, Idaho looking east from the University of Idaho.
Postcard of Stanley, Idaho with the Sawtooth mountains in the background.
Postcard of the Kootenai Inn, in St. Maries, Idaho.
Postcard of the Metals Club in Wallace, Idaho.
Postcard of the Twin Falls-Jerome Bridge which was replaced in 1976 by the Perrine Memorial Bridge near Twin Falls. | 441 Twin Falls-Jerome bridge over Snake River, view half-mile below bridge, Twin Falls, Idaho. 476 feet - highest in the world - 1400 feet long, cost $650,000 - on the Old Oregon Trail.
Postcard of an Inn at Sun Valley, Idaho.
Postcard of the Big Wood River Valley and Boulder Mountains near Sun Valley, Idaho.
Postcard of the Sun Valley Resort in Sun Valley, Idaho.
Postcard of the pond at the Sun Valley Resort in Sun Valley with ducks.
Postcard of Beauty Bay at Lake Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
Postcard of the Sherman Mine in Burke, Idaho.
Postcard of the Sunshine Mine near Kellogg, Idaho, a silver mine.
Postcard of the Polaris Mill near Osburn, Idaho.
Postcard of Payette Lake near McCall, Idaho.
Postcard of Payette Lake near McCall, Idaho.
Postcard of a sailboat on Payette Lake near McCall, Idaho.
Postcard of a boat in the Snake River Canyon.
Postcard of the Snake River at the mouth of the Imnaha River.
Postcard of Lake Chatcolet, Idaho.
Postcard of a train travelling down the St. Joe River. | 1108. Goat Rock Cut, St. Joe River, Idaho.
Postcard of Lindley Hall, which was demolished in 1973, on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Administration building on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Memorial Gymnasium on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Administration building on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of Lindley Hall, which was demolished in 1973, on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of Forney Hall, now the Continuing Education Building, on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Lambda Chi Alpha house on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Alpha Tau Omega, which is no longer standing, house on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Administration building on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho. Donor: Charles A. Webbert
Postcard of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon house on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Memorial Gym building on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard is an aerial photograph of the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Kappa Sigma House on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Administration Building on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Administration Building on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of Mark's Episcopal Church in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of an automobile on the Oregon Coast Highway near Waldport, Oregon.

1941
Postcard is of the Spokane County Courthouse in Spokane, Washington.
Postcard of a coastal rock formation near Tillamook, Oregon.

1945
Postcard of Moscow, Idaho.

1946
Postcard is a scene from Harris Beach State Park near Brookings, Oregon. | Harris Beach State Park, Oregon. This splendid area is available to travelers along U.S. Coast Highway 101.
Postcard is a black and white photograph of the Oregon State Capitol building in Salem, Oregon.
Postcard of Hayes Hall (now the Alumni Office) on the University of Idaho in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Kappa Alpha Theta house on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Kappa Sigma fraternity house on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of a tunnel on the Oregon Coast Highway.

1947
Postcard is a photograph of Wizard Island in Crater Lake National Park, Oregon. | Crater Lake, Oregon, reposing in the crater of a once gigantic volcano, is indigo blue and encircled by multi-colored lava walls 500 to 2000 feet high. Several state highways go into he lake off U.S. Highway 97 and off 99 from Medford.
Postcard is an aerial photograph of Moscow, Idaho looking south.
Postcard is an aerial photography of Moscow, Idaho looking east.
Postcard is an aerial photograph of Moscow, Idaho looking north.
Postcard of the Moscow High School in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the L.D.S. Institute on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of Chrisman Hall (now Phinney Hall) on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Tillamook County courthouse in Tillamook, Oregon.
Postcard of Sea Lions on rocks near Tillamook, Oregon.

1948
Postcard of the spillway of the Grand Coulee Dam in Washington state. | Bureau of Reclamation Photo. Close-up of Spillway, Grand Coulee Dam, Washington. The Spillway section is 1,650 feet in length in the center of the dam, and creates this spectacular falls twice as high as the famed Niagara.
Postcard is an aerial photograph of Moscow, Idaho looking north.
Postcard is an aerial photograph of Moscow, Idaho and the University of Idaho showing temporary housing of veterans.
Postcard of main street in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of main street in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Latah County Courthouse in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Administration Building on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Memorial Gymnasium on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Sacred Heart Academy in Tillamook, Oregon.
Postcard of a Nez Perce woman on a horse. | A pair of Nez Perce queens. Amy Tilden, great-grand niece of Chief Joseph of Nez Perce War fame. She is wearing the ceremonial dress worn by her aunt at the last big council between Chief Joseph and Gen. Howard prior to the outbreak of war. She is aboard Bonnie, Grand Champion Mare of 1947 & 49, one of C.H. Ralston's registered Appaloosa horses. The breed known over the Great Plains before the Lewis & Clark expedition as the greatest horse in the West.

1949
Postcard of main street in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of Sea Anemones at the Seaside Aquarium in Seaside, Oregon.

1950
Postcard of the Crown Point Vista House on the Historic Columbia River Highway near Portland, Oregon. | Vista House, Crown Point. Overlooking the beautiful Columbia River Gorge. This State owned building, giving the public the opportunity to take in the beauty of the area.
Postcard of Paradise Inn and Mt. Rainier in Washington state.
Postcard of Mount Rainier and Mount Rainier Park Inn in Washington state. | Rainier National Park Inn, Rainier National Park, showing the Paradise River flowing along the floor of the valley below, and the great mountain rising majestically beyond the Inn. Nisqually Glacier, which is easily accessible from the Inn, may be seen crushing down the side of the mountain.
Postcard of Lake Chelan, Washington. | Beautiful Lake Chelan, Washington. Deep in the Cascades is a thrilling sixty mile winding body of water in a lovely setting of towering mountains, giant forests and pleasant meadows. Keenan News Agency, Spokane, Wash.
Postcard is of the City Hall building in Bellingham, Washington. | City Hall, Bellingham, Wash. Webber. British Columbia Penitentiary Censor's Office stamp.
Postcard is of the Washington State Capitol buildings in Olympia, Washington. | Washington State Capitol, Olympia, Washington. Olympia is the Capital city of the only state in the Union named after a President of the United States. Washington is proud of its heritage of hospitality, handed down to it by early pioneers. From the Palouse to Puget Sound and from the mouth of the Columbia River to the Pend Oreille... Washingtonians welcome their guests from all corners of the globe.
Postcard is a photograph of rose bushes around houses in a neighborhood of Portland, Oregon. | Twelfth street, showing rose covered homes, Portland, Ore.
Postcard is of the Oregon State Capitol building in Salem, Oregon. | Oregon's new State Capitol built at a cost of $2,500,000, replaces the one destroyed by fire the night of April 25, 1935. A 2 foot bronze statue of The Pioneer by Sculptor Ulric H. Ellerhusen tops the Capitol dome.
Postcard is of the Spokane County Courthouse in Spokane, Washington. | Spokane County Court House, Spokane, Washington. One of the few buildings that is truly old Norman architecture.
A photocollage postcard with various scenes of Idaho, including: Shoshone Falls, Balance Rock, Ice Cave near Idaho Falls, Spatter Cones at Craters of the Moon, American Falls Dam, Skiing at Sun Valley, Twin Falls, Hansen Suspension Bridge, State Capitol, Boise | Key to views on other side: 1-Shoshone Falls, 2-Balance Rock, 3-Ice Cave Near Idaho Falls, 4-Splatter Cones Craters of the Moon, 5-American Falls Dam, 6-Skiing at Sun Valley, 7-Twin Falls, 8-Hansen Suspension Bridge, 9-State Capitol, Boise.
Postcard of Idaho City, Idaho looking east. On front: The south end of Idaho City looking east, in the background shows the I.O.O.F. Hall and the Catholic Church, both built in 1865.
Postcard of the Oxbow Dam on the Snake River in Hells Canyon between Oregon and Idaho.
Postcard of Stanley Lake and the Sawtooth Mountains in Idaho. | A favorite recreation and fishing spot in the Sawtooth Mountains.
Postcard of the lodge at Sun Valley Resort in Sun Valley, Idaho.
Postcard of the Sun Valley Village from the Sun Valley Lodge in Sun Valley, Idaho.
Postcard of the Administration building on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Memorial Gymnasium on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Infirmary, now the Student Health Center, on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Women's Gymnasium, now Art and Architecture South, on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the L.D.S. Institute on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Women's Gymnasium, now Art and Architecture South, on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Delta Chi house on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho
Postcard of the Delta Delta Delta house on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Delta Tau Delta house on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Kappa Alpha Theta house on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard is an aerial photograph of the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard is an aerial photograph of the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Administration Building on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of a horse drawn combine harvesting grain in fields near Pullman, Washington.
Postcard of the Fremont Bridge, Aurora Bridge, and Lake Union in Seattle, Washington.
Postcard of Mt. Rainier, Washington.
Postcard of a rural scene near Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of a cliffside near Seaside, Oregon.
Postcard of a coastal rock formation near Tillamook, Oregon.
Postcard of a coastal rock formation near Tillamook, Oregon.
Postcard of a coastal rock formation near Tillamook, Oregon.
Postcard of a coastal rock formation near Tillamook, Oregon.
Postcard of a coastal rock formation near Tillamook, Oregon.
Postcard of an automobile on the Oregon Coast Highway near Mt. Neahkahnie, Oregon.
Postcard of wheels of cheese aging in the Tillamook Cheese Factory in Tillamook, Oregon.
Postcard of a giant Razor Clam in Seaside, Oregon.
Postcard of a sign marking the end of the Lewis & Clark Trail in Seaside, Oregon.
Postcard of a sign marking the distance to several different places in Seaside, Oregon.

1953
Postcard of the interior of the Bale of Hay Saloon in Virginia City, Montana.

1955
Postcard of the University of Idaho library. | : 'Here is Knowledge of Centuries Past that All May Come and Share Today' - these words carved into the entryway capture the meaning of the new University of Idaho Library building. The four-story building, which features the open stack system, has been called one of the best in the nation. Built-in study aids include diffused light and air conditioning.

1956
Postcard is of the Cowlitz County Court House in Kelso, Washington. | Cowlitz County Court House at Kelso, in the Southwestern part of the state of Washington. The Courthouse was located at Kalama for many years but Kelso won out after the rapid growth of Longview in the early twenties.
Postcard is a photograph of a Gladiola Parade in Grants Pass, Oregon along Highway 99.
Postcard of a sunset over the ocean near Oceanside, Oregon.

1957
Postcard of the Lake Washington Pontoon Bridge in Seattle Washington. This bridge is now called the Lacey V. Murrow Memorial Bridge. | Only concrete pontoon bridge in the world.

1958
Postcard of a creek in Mount Rainier National Park in Washington State. | Mt. Rainier National Park, Washington State Wildflowers. A few of the hundreds of species of wildflowers that abound in Paradise Valley.
Postcard of St. Gertrude's Convent and Academy in Cottonwood, Idaho. | This convent, just west of U.S. 95 is the only motherhouse in Idaho. Established in 1909, it is now the home of 165 Benedictines. The 1956 registration of the new Academy was 152 High School Students. The sisters also have a Junior College for their own members, staff 10 Parochial Schools and 2 Hospitals in Idaho.

1959
Postcard of the Virginia City Museum in Virginia City, Montana. | Madison County Museum, Historic Virginia City, Montana. Unique relics of the past for all to enjoy. A must on your tour of the city.

1960
Postcard of an American Black Bear | American Black Bear. A native to this area.
Postcard is a scene of Hell's Canyon showing the Snake River. | Hells Canyon. This unusual Aerial of Hells Canyon of the Snake River highlights 7,000 foot canyon walls of America's deepest gorge.
Postcard of Mount Hood from a field near Mt Hood Parkdale, Oregon. | Mt. Hood, Oregon. As seen in midsummer in upper Hood River Valley.
Postcard of Gill Coliseum on the Oregon State University campus in Corvallis, Oregon. | Oregon State University, Corvallis, Oregon. OSU Coliseum, finest basketball center in he west, seats 10,500. This unusual building completed in 1949 has no posts to hinder the spectators' views. A multiple-use building, it serves also for concerts, dances and all types of meetings.
Postcard of the Lane County Courthouse in Eugene, Oregon. | Eugene, Oregon. Lane County Court House.
Postcard of the theater building on the University of Oregon campus. | University of Oregon. The modern University theater building located on the University of Oregon campus, Eugene, Oregon.
Postcard of Klamath Falls, Oregon with Mt. Shasta in the background. | Klamath Falls, Oregon. Center of lumber and agriculture for Northern California and Southern Oregon, Mt. Shasta in background.
Postcard of the Lake County Courthouse in Lakeview, Oregon. | Lake County Court House at Lakeview, Oregon.
Postcard of the Milton-Freeewater City Hall building in Milton-Freewater, Oregon. | City Hall. Milton-Freewater, Oregon. Built in 1910, the building which now serves as the city hall was once Columbia College. Known as the Pea Capitol of the World, Milton-Freewater is surrounded by thousands of aces of pea and wheat fields and fruit orchards in the fertile Walla Walla River Valley.
Postcard of various buildings in Newberg, Oregon, home of George Fox University. | Newberg, Oregon. Upper left - Friends (Quaker) Church. Upper right - Friendsview Manor, a beautiful modern retirement facility built and maintained by he Friends Church. Lower - Wood-Mar Hall, on the campus of George Fox College. Founded by the Quakers in 1891.
Postcard of the Wood-Mar Hall at George Fox University in Newberg, Oregon. | Wood-Mar Hall, George Fox College, Newberg, Oregon. Built in 1912, his "Old Main" stands among modern buildings as an historic symbol of over seven decades of Quaker education.
Postcard of the Umatilla County Courthouse in Pendleton, Oregon.
Postcard of the International Rose Test Garden in Portland, Oregon. | Greetings from Portland. Rose Gardens, Portland, Oregon. These are the experimental gardens of the city of Portland. Designed for experimental developmental work.
Postcard of a view of Downtown Portland, Oregon. | Portland, Oregon. As seen from the new Marquam Bridge.
Postcard of a Federal Building in Portland, Oregon, now the Bonneville Power Administration building. | New Federal Building in near downtown Portland, Oregon, also houses the Bonneville Power Administration.
Postcard of the Oregon State Capitol Building in Salem, Oregon.
Postcard of the Oregon State Capitol Building in Salem, Oregon. | Oregon State Capitol Building. This beautiful marble structure is one of many such buildings which the tourist can see at Salem, Oregon.
Postcard of the Oregon State Capitol Building in Salem, Oregon.
Postcard of the Marion County Courthouse in Salem, Oregon. | Marion County Court House, Salem, Oregon.
Postcard of Battery Russell in Fort Stevens State Park, Oregon. | Battery Russell in Fort Stevens State Park, Oregon. It was fired on by the Japanese in 1942-the only place in the continental United States to be attacked since 1812.
Postcard of the bridge over the Columbia River between Vancouver, Washington and Portland, Oregon. | Interstate Bridge over the Columbia River between Portland, Oregon and Vancouver, Washington.
Postcard of a northwest coastal beach. | Pacific Ocean Seacoast - Pounding surf, sparkling sands and a profusion of native flowers make the coastal region of Oregon and Washington a mecca for the tourist who seeks natural beauty at its loveliest.
Postcard of driftwood on the coast of Oregon. | Driftwood. The beaches of Washington and Oregon abound with driftwood which has been washed ashore during the spectacular winter storms - this provides many hours of recreation for the beachcomber and plenty of work for those who like to cut their own fireplace wood - come join the fun!
Postcard of the Grays River Bridge near Grays River, Washington. | Grays River, Wahkiakum County. On county road. Grays River covered bridge is only covered bridge in Washington State on a public highway. This 2 span bridge built 1905 is also the state's oldest.
Postcard of Union Station in Portland, Oregon. | Union Station, Portland, Oregon. Picturesque Union Station is jointly used by all railroad lines entering Portland. This depot was erected in 1890 and is a large rambling stucco structure of modified Italian Renaissance, with a tall clock tower.
Postcard of the Park Junction Covered Bridge in Pierce County, Washington being demolished. | Park Junction Covered Bridge World Guide Pierce Co. Wash. One of the few remaining wooden covered bridges owned by the Milwaukee Railroad it is being replaced with a steel bridge. This old twospan bridge is 300 feet long and was built in 1938. Picture taken Sept. 1970 shows one-half bridge demolished and piling driven for temporary track.
Postcard of Mount Adams in Washington State. | Mount Adams, Washington. Located in the Cascade Mountains this 12,307 foot peak provides a beautiful scene from Bird Creek Meadow.
Postcard of Mount Baker in Washington State. On front: Greetings from Washington. Mt. Baker. | Mt. Baker, Washington.
Postcard of a bridge on the way to Mt. Baker National Forest. | Highway to Mt. Baker Lodge. A modern highway traverses the beautiful upland meadow country on the way to Mt. Baker National Forest's winter and summer playground.
Postcard of Mount Hood and Rhododendrons in Oregon. | Mt. Hood and Rhododendrons. Wild rhododendrons, azaleas and other flowers bloom abundantly at the base of Mt. Hood, one of the few snowcapped peaks which stands alone visible from all points of the compass. It rises 11,245 feet.
Postcard of Nisqually Glacier on Mount Rainier in Washington State. | Glacier Vista. Mount Rainier National Park, Paradise Side. Nisqually Glacier in the center of attraction, but Mount Rainier towers over everything.
Postcard of Mount Rainier and Nisqually Glacier in Washington State. | Mount Rainier and Nisqually Glacier. This autumn view shows the mountain's most active "Live" glacier.
Postcard of Mount Rainier in Washington State. | Mt. Rainier from Dewey Lake Trail, Washington.
Postcard of Mount Rainier and Tipsoo Lake in Washington State. | Mt. Rainier and Tipsoo Lake. Coming through the pass.
Postcard of the Battleship Oregon Memorial in Portland, Oregon. | Battleship Oregon Memorial Marine Park. This is the main mast of the "Bull Dog" of the Navy, U.S.S. Oregon. She served in three major ward. Launched in 1893.
Postcard of Mount Rainier in Washington State. | Mount Rainier and Flower Decked Meadows. The highway to Sunrise Park leads though verdant forests and on to the Alpine wonderland where camping facilities are available.
Postcard of Mount Rainier and a waterfall at Edith Creek in Washington state. | Mt. Rainier and Myrtle Falls, Washington. Mount Rainier National Park. Washington State. Myrtle Falls. Mt. Rainier poses as a beautiful backdrop for one of 34 waterfalls that cascade down her slopes. This is Edith Creek, a short distance below Alta Vista. The foot bridge is about 1/4 of a mile from Paradise Inn.
Postcard of Mount Si in Washington State. | Mount Si. Motorists along the Sunset Highway (US 10) are impressed by the rugged beauty of this mountain which is an outpost of the Cascade Range.
Postcard of Mount St. Helens and Spirit Lake before the 1980 eruption. | Mount St. Helens and Spirit Lake, Washington. One of the majestic mountains which is part of the Cascade Range in southwest Washington. This photo taken before March 27, 1980 volcanic eruptions. The massive May 18, 1980 eruption blew the top 1300 feet into the atmosphere and reduced the mountain from 9700 feet to 8400 feet. The violent May 18, 1980 eruption filled this lake with mud and the ultimate fate of the lake is unknown at press time.
Postcard of Mount St. Helens and Spirit Lake in the fall before the 1980 eruption. | Mt. St. Helens and Spirit Lake are especially charming under the spell of autumn coloring.
Postcard of Lake Keechelus in Washington state. | Lake Keechelus. One of the many storage reservoirs which collect the waters from the melting snows of the Cascade mountains and make them available for the irrigation projects of eastern Washington. Sunset highway (U.S. No. 10), the main cross state highway, may be seen along the shore on the right.
Postcard of the Saint Anne's Chapel in Portland, Oregon. | Saint Anne's Chapel contains reproductions of the famous paintings of the Madonna by world-renowned artists. Sanctuary of Our Sorrowful Mother, Portland, Oregon.
Postcard of Rimrock Lake in Washington state. | Tieton Reservoir. Affords irrigation storage and at the same time provides a recreational spot of matchless beauty. On the White Pass highway leading from the Yakima Valley across the Cascades to South West Washington.
Postcard of the North Head Lighthouse at the entrance of the Columbia River. | North Head Lighthouse. A part of the light warning system marking the entrance to the Columbia River. It's 250,000 candle power beam reaches far to sea guiding ocean traffic over the Columbia Bar.
Postcard of men harvesting hops in Washington state. | Hop Harvesting - Central Washington, the Hop Capitol of the World. The long sunny days of summer result in the development of hops of a superior quality, which are in great demand by brewers throughout the country.
Postcard of a man fishing on Pete Lake in Washington state. | Pete Lake. One of the hundreds of beautiful alpine lakes in the Salmon La Sac Recreational Area in Wenatchee National Forest in the Cascade mountains in Washington State. Easily accessible through the Salmon La Sac Mountain Resort.
Postcard of the old Forestry Building in Portland, Oregon, which burned down in 1964. | Portland, Oregon. The world's largest log cabin built in 1905 for the Lewis & Clark World Exposition held in Portland at that time. For many years it was a Timber Museum housing exhibits of the Forest and Lumber Industry. Requiring 2 years to build, it was consumed in 2 hours by fire on August 17, 1964.
Postcard of the ice rink in the Lloyd Center shopping mall in Portland, Oregon. | Ice rink, Lloyd Center, Portland, Oregon. Spectators watching the ice skating, a feature attraction of the Lloyd Center.
Postcard is of the Causland Memorial Park in Anacortes, Washington. | Causland Memorial Park, Anacortes, Wash. One of the most beautiful examples of rock work in the world.
Postcard of the Whatcom County Courthouse in Bellingham, Washington.
Postcard of a street in Bremerton, Washington. | Bremerton, Washington. Site of the U.S. Naval Shipyard, it is also the gateway to the Olympic Peninsula and the Hood Canal areas.
Postcard of the Grays River Bridge near Grays River, Washington. | Historic Covered Bridge. Located just off Highway 30, about 20 miles west of Cathlamet, Washington, one of the few covered bridges left in the Northwest. Built in 1905 at a cost of around $2700.00. The 158 foot span was covered in 1908. It is located on the Grays River in Wahkiakum County.
Postcard of the Snoqualmie Pass Ski Area in Washington state. | Snoqualmie Pass Ski Area - Night skiing is popular along the various slopes through the winter. Lake Keechelus sets in the background.
Postcard is of the Columbia County Courthouse in Dayton, Washington. | Columbia County Courthouse, at Dayton, Washington, was finished on July 7, 1887, at a cost of $38, 069. This is the oldest courthouse in continuous use in the state of Washington. Dayton was an important stopover in pioneer days for pack trains from Walla Walla to the Idaho Gold fields, in the sixties.
Postcard of a covered railroad bridge near Monroe, Washington. | Monroe, Snohomish County, Washington. 1 mile So. East of business district. Longest covered railroad span in the U.S. 450' 3 spans across the Skykomish River.
Postcard is of St. Mary's Church in McGowan, Washington. | St. Mary's Church, McGowan, Washington. Historical landmark on the Columbia River in Pacific County, Washington. First Mass was offered by Father J.D. O'Brien, O.P. on December , 1904 a little more than one hundred years since Lewis and Clark camped in the same area at the end of their famous overland expedition.
Postcard is of a natural waterfall in the Whatcom Falls Park in Bellingham, Washington.
Postcard of the Snohomish County Courthouse in Everett, Washington.
Postcard of the Alexander Blockhouse in Coupeville, Washington. | Alexander Blockhouse and Indian dug-out canoes, Coupeville, Washington.
Postcard of the Stevens County Courthouse in Coville, Wash. | A Modern City of 4,000 population situated in the heart of the scenic Colville Valley.
Postcard of a covered railroad bridge near Colfax, Washington. | Colfax, Whitman County, Washington. 6 miles North West at Manning siding of Great Northern Railroad. The only covered bridge in Eastern Washington. Open top boxed type bridge across the Palouse River against background of a wheatfield.
Postcard of the Alpental ski resort in the Snoqualmie National Forest in Washington state. | Alpental. Snoqualmie Pass, Washington, in the heart of Snoqualmie National Forest. The Goldener-Adler and Goldener-Hirsch Condominiums offer year-round swimming facilities. Combined with a sauna, ice ring, superb ski slopes and the numerous hiking trails in the area, Alpental is truly a year-round recreational resort.
Postcard of a historic house exhibit at the Fort Columbia State Park in Chinook, Washington. | House Museum at Fort Columbia Historical State Park near Chinook, Washington. Former Commanding Officer's house at Fort Columbia, one of several forts guarding mouth of Columbia River. This museum is under the auspices of Willapa Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution.
Postcard of the State Capitol at Olympia, Washington. | State Capitol at Olympia, Washington. Unusually colorful lighting effect at dusk of the imposing "Seat of Government" for Washington since 1853.
Postcard of the Washington State Capitol at Olympia, Washington. | Washington State Capitol, Olympia, Washington. A visit to these grounds will be an unforgettable experience.
Postcard of the Washington State Governor's Mansion in Olympia, Washington. | Governor's Mansion, Olympia, Washington. Built in 1908 during regime of Marion G. Haye, it has been occupied by every governor since. An extensive remodeling project was performed in 1976 during the term of Daniel Evans.
Postcard of the Governor's Mansion and the state capitol building in Olympia, Washington. | Governor's Mansion and State Capitol, Olympia, Washington.
Postcard of a Capitol Way in downtown Olympia, Washington. | Olympia, Washington. Capitol Way, downtown Olympia looking toward the Harbor and Puget Sound.
Postcard of Snoqualmie Pass in Washington state. | Snoqualmie Pass - U.S. Hiway No. 10, Washington. This view looks east from the summit towards beautiful Keechelus Lake. Although a season's snowfall averages nearly 500 inches to provide some of America's finest skiing in four major resorts, the most modern snow removal equipment is used to keep this main East-West mountain pass open all winter.
Postcard of the Rock Chalet building at Snoqualmie Pass in Washington state. | Rock Chalet, Snoqualmie Pass, Washington. The world's largest collection of hand-carved king-sized wooden Indians can be seen at this landmark at the summit of Snoqualmie Pass on U.S. Highway No. 10, about 50 miles east of Seattle. More Indians are at the Summit Inn directly across the highway.
Postcard of Snoqualmie Falls with lookout points in Washington state. | Snoqualmie Falls Lodge and Vista Point, Washington. The combination of a world-famous dining place over-looking a 268-foot high waterfall is one of the major tourist attractions.
Postcard of a garden near Alger, Washington. | Chuckanut Gardens, Near Alger, Washington. Located 15 miles north of Mt. Vernon and 15 miles south of Bellingham on Interstate Hiway #5. These beautiful gardens are a continuous outdoor exhibit of flowering bulbs from early Spring until late Fall. Camera fans and flower lovers have a feast as the season provides endless changes of colors.
Postcard is a view of the Sunset Highway leading into Spokane, Washington. | Spokane, rightly called the "Empire City," is strategically located in the heart of the great Pacific Northwest. It is exceptionally rich in agriculture, timber, minerals, live stock, fruit and water power, normally producing more than $400,000,000 in new wealth each year.
Postcard is a photograph of the Clark County Courthouse in Vancouver, Washington. | Clark County Courthouse, Vancouver, Washington.
Postcard is a photograph of the Willamette River at Oregon City, Oregon with paper mills. | The Willamette River at Oregon City, Oregon showing the paper mills, the city's main industry.
Postcard is of the Lambert Gardens, a rose garden in Portland, Oregon. | Lambert Gardens, located at 5120 Southeast 28th Avenue, is one of the show places of Portland - long known as the City of Roses. Union Oil Company's Natural Color Scenes of he West. Tour the west this year with 76 gasoline.
Postcard is a photograph of the Oregon State Capitol building in Salem, Oregon. | State Capitol, Salem, Oregon, completed for occupancy in 1939, is of modern design and one of the newest state capitols buildings. The most decorative feature of the exterior is the fluted cylindrical dome.
Postcard is a photograph of the Tillamook County Courthouse in Tillamook, Oregon. | Tillamook County Court House, Tillamook, Oregon, trading center of this prosperous dairy land.
Postcard is a photograph of the old spiral highway above Lewiston, Idaho. | Lewiston Hill - ten miles of continuous curves takes the traveler up 2000 feet to this impressive view of Lewiston, Idaho and Clarkston, Wash. divided by the Snake River. Lewis & Clark traveled down the Clearwater River, which joins the Snake here. These cities have such a milk climate (750' elevation) that the region is known as "the banana belt"
Postcard is a photograph of the old spiral highway above Lewiston, Idaho at dusk. | Lewiston Hill at dusk. In this time exposure, each car lights its tortuous course over the ten mile route against a back-drop of the lights of Lewiston, Ida. and Clarkston, Wash.
Postcard of a Mormon temple in Idaho Falls, Idaho with a woman sitting on the grass. | L.D.S. "Mormon" Temple, Idaho Falls, Idaho.
Postcard of a horse drawn wagon train near Ketchum, Idaho. | An old original ore train (The place to go is Idaho) 16 horses up with the Jerk Line Skinner (Geo. Fleming) on the rear wheel horse. This famous old ore train can be seen at Ketchum, Idaho each year during "Wagon Days." Mr. Fleming is one of the old jerk line skinners who originally handled those wagons.
Postcard is a photograph of the Anderson Ranch Dam, near Mountain Home, Idaho. | Anderson Ranch Dam. Near Mountain Home, Idaho. The highest earth fill dam in the world.
Postcard is of Boise, Idaho with the State Capitol in the background. | Capitol Boulevard in Boise, Idaho (The place to go is Idaho) Looking east, the state Capitol and Shaw Mts. The beautiful "Platt STATION" (Union Pacific R.R.) in the foreground, with the business section in the left center.
Postcard is an aerial view of Boise, Idaho and the Julia Davis Park. | Julia Davis Park (The place to go is Idaho) Dedicated to the City of Boise by Thomas Jefferson Davis in memory of his wife, Julia, 1907. To the left the State Historical Museum and to the right Boise Gallery of Art. Bordering the Boise River, this makes one of the most popular Picnic spots in Boise Valley.
Postcard is of Burke, Idaho.
Postcard of the Pixton Courts in Salmon, Idaho.
Postcard of the site of Dworshak Dam and Ahsahka, Idaho.
Postcard of Baron Lake and Monte Verita in Idaho. | Baron Lake and Monte Verita (Mt. of Truth) (The place to go is Idaho) The larger of the three Baron Lakes, located 17 miles from the Sawtooth Lodge by Pack Trail only. 1 mile from summit of the Sawtooth Mts. places it in one of the most beautiful settings imaginable. (Boise National Forest.)
Postcard of the Brundage Mountain Resort near McCall, Idaho.
Postcard of the Sun Valley Lodge swimming pool in the summer.
Postcard of an inn at Sun Valley, Idaho.
Postcard of an open-air ice rink at the Sun Valley Resort in Sun Valley, Idaho. | The open-air Olympic size ice rink at Sun Valley.
Postcard of Lake Chatcolet, Idaho near Heyburn Park.
Postcard of the Wallace Residence Center on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho. | Exemplifying the most modern dormitory facilities, the Wallace Residence Center has a central cafeteria which is winged by halls providing rooms in suites. The suites have their own bathroom as well as study and sleeping quarters. In each suite, four students share campus living experiences.
Postcard of the Student Union Building on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho. | Center of campus life, the building components cover more than a block. The main floor of the structure's modern Student Book Store is shown above. At the far right of the photo below is the $2,000,000 addition completed in 1963. All financing of the building was done by student funds.
Postcard of the main lounge in the Student Union Building on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho. | Students study or relax in the beautiful lounge guarded by a steel-sculptured Vandal warrior, the University's athletic symbol. Like the Lyceum of ancient Greece, the Student Union is an "exchange center" for ideas of students from throughout Idaho, more than 40 other states, and about 30 foreign countries.
Postcard of the ballroom in the Student Union Building on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho. | The state's largest ballroom, it serves for dances, banquets and conferences. The ballroom was first opened in 1963 with Louis Armstrong playing for more than 2,000 couples. The University of Idaho is a residential institution, and the Student Union is an important part of campus life.
Postcard of the Administration Building on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho. | Administration Bldg., Univ. of Idaho, at Moscow, Idaho, is the "building with tradition" on the campus, having been built in 1906. The original structure burned.
Object is a postcard packet of ten images of the Lewis and Clark Trail in Idaho.
Postcard of a field of Camas flowers in Idaho. | Wild Camas growing near Highway #21, Idaho Boise Basin route. The Nez Perce Indians made flour from the dried bulbs and also ate them after steaming them in a pit preheated with hot rocks covered with dirt and drenched with water. These same Indians gave a quantity of Camas flower to the half starved Lewis & Clark party as they emerged from the Lolo Trail (1805) on their way to the Pacific Ocean.
Postcard of a motel in Bozeman, Montana.
Postcard of the interior of the Wells Fargo office in Virginia City, Montana. | The reliable carrier of passengers, mail, gold shipments and express.
Postcard of historic buildings in Virginia City, Montana. | Quaint old store fronts to delight the eye, in a picturesque setting. Historic Virginia City, Montana.
Postcard of Virginia City, Montana. | Historic Gold Mining town of Montana. Here the struggle between the vigilantes and Henry Plummer's gang came to its bloody climax.
Postcard of the interior of a dress shop in Virginia City, Montana. | Milady's Dress Shop, Historic Virginia City, Montana. The dressmaker's home - the center of elegant fashions.
Postcard of the St. Ignatius Mission on the Flathead Reservation in Montana.
Postcard of the Grace Campbell Memorial Building in Spokane, Washington. | Grace Campbell Memorial Building, State Museum of the Eastern Washington State Historical Society, West 2316 First, Spokane 43, Washington.
Postcard of the Cheney Cowles Memorial Museum in Spokane, Washington.
Postcard of the Yellowstone River in Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming. | Yellowstone River, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming. Largest and most scenic of the many magnificent streams found in the Park, Yellowstone River heads high along the continental divide in Wyoming. Flowing into Yellowstone Lake from which it emerges at Fishing Bridge it meanders placidly through beautiful Hayden Valley only to plunge with an earth-shaking roar in two breath-taking waterfalls into he depths of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone.
Postcard of the Lake Hotel in Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming. | Lake Hotel, North Shore of Yellowstone Lake, Yellowstone National Park. Has been remodeled recently and many guest cottages built nearby, for the constantly increasing patronage at this favorite spot.
Postcard of a Moose in Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming. | Northern Moose in his favorite feeding grounds.
Postcard of the Jackson Lake Lodge in the Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming. | Jackson Lake Lodge, Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming. Built on the heights overlooking the sparkling waters of Jackson Lake in which are mirrored the rugged peaks of the Teton Range, this new and modern lodge offers every accommodation to the visitor.
Postcard of Wallace, Idaho. | Wallace, Idaho, population 3200 nestles in the heart of the famous Coeur d'Alene mining district. In winter, elk may be seen from these hill sides and beyond them lies fine trout streams.
Postcard of Burke, Idaho. | Burke, Idaho. The mill of the Hecla Mining Co., lies in the foreground and the famous canyon - constructed town in the background. The company normally employs 500 and has paid dividends in excess of $35,000,000.
Postcard of Main Street in Burke, Idaho. | Burke, Idaho Main Street, featured by Ripley as the only town in the U.S. where the railroad, river and street run in the same place at the same time! Car-traffic stops when the train comes through!
Postcard of Chief Whitecalf of the Blackfeet Indian Reservation near Glacier, Montana.
Postcard of a Native American woman.| A crow Indian of the Yellowtail family.
Postcard of a Blackfeet couple meeting with a young entertainer couple in their teepee. | The Laubins-entertainers visiting with the "wades -in-water" Blackfeet Couple, in their teepee.
Postcard of people on a beach at Seaside, Oregon.
Postcard of the Tillamook Rock Lighthouse near Seaside, Oregon.
Postcard of Sea Lions at the Sea Lion Cave near Florence, Oregon.
Postcard of Sea Lions at the Sea Lion Cave near Florence, Oregon.

1961
Postcard of Port Orford, Oregon. | Port Orford, Oregon Coast. Port Orford is an important lumber and fishing center in southwestern Oregon.

1963
Postcard of a two story outhouse in Virginia City, Montana. | Big John. The double decker - darn clever those pioneers.
Postcard of graves overlooking the city in Virginia City, Montana. | Road Agent's Graves, Historic Virginia City, Montana. Here atop Boot Hill, overlooking the city they once plundered lie five members of the notorious Plummer gang.
Postcard of the interior of a drug store in Nevada City, Montana.
Postcard of the interior of a harness shop in Nevada City, Montana.
Postcard of the interior of a bar in Nevada City, Montana.
Postcard of historic buildings and cars in Nevada City, Montana.
Postcard of the interior of a shop in Nevada City, Montana.
Postcard of historic buildings and cars in Nevada City, Montana.

1964
Postcard of two women sitting in the lobby of a hotel in Virginia City, Montana. | The elegance of the 1860's, western hospitality, and modern day comfort await you. Historic Virginia City, Montana.
Postcard of the interior of Robber's Roost in Virginia City, Montana. | Interior-Robber's Roost. Famous landmark along the Vigilante Trail. The "Robber" himself, showing his free exhibit of old relics.

1965
Postcard of Mt. Washburn road in Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming. | The long closed road on the northern slope of Mt. Washburn was reopened early in 1959 for buses which transport guests to the 10,243 foot summit of this famous mountain.
Postcard of a hiker surveying Hells Canyon. | View from Barton Heights, above the heart of Hells Canyon (World's deepest - 7900'), looks south at the backwaters of this Idaho Water Power structure. The river forms a natural boundary between Idaho (far side) and Oregon. Directly below picture point, the river is churned by treacherous rapids and is only navigable by raft with experienced guides. Solitary hiker feasts on the scene from a remote vantage in the rugged Hells Canyon - Seven Devils Scenic Area.
Postcard of the Snake River Canyon. | Snake River Canyon on Idaho line, as viewed up this rugged and tortuous river. This is part of Hells Canyon, 5500 ft. deep - deepest on the continent. The Seven Devils, 9410 ft., are in the background, set aside as a Forest Service Scenic area.
Postcard of the Music Building on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho. | Music Building, University of Idaho, is one of the newer buildings on the college grounds. It contains a recital hall and music studios.

1966
Postcard of the Space Needle in Seattle, Washington. | The Space Needle, Seattle, Washington. It rises to the height of 600 feet and is topped by a restaurant which revolves 360? every hour. About 260 persons can be served. An observation deck and snack service is also atop the Needle for those who wish to feast mostly on the tremendous scenic panorama.

1967
Postcard of the Monorail in Seattle, Washington. | Two symbols of modern times. The sleek Monorail, first of its kind in America, swiftly whisks visitors to the Seattle World's Fair grounds and back to beautiful downtown Seattle. Like a sentinel watching, stands the 600-foot Space Needle.
Postcard of a snowy scene outside of the Challenger Inn in Sun Valley, Idaho. | Challenger Inn and Village Square. Sun Valley, Idaho.
Postcard of a formation of cave rocks in the Lewis and Clark Cave, Montana. | 1895 - Madonna, Lewis and Clark Cavern, Montana. Before taking leave of the cavern and its entrancing array of formations, this fascinating replica of the Madonna with her hands folded as if in prayer, is pointed to the visitor. It is a fitting benediction for a light-hearted but reverent stroller through this wondrous cave.
Postcard of Boy Scouts posing next to a sign at Farragut Park, Idaho. | Some 12,000 Boy Scouts from 108 nations participated in the Jamboree on Lake Pend Oreille, August 1-9, 1967. These boys are from the following nations, L to R: England, Philippines, Indonesia, France, Canada, Jamaica, Sweden, U.S.A.

1968
Postcard of sailboats in Roche Harbor in Washington State. | Roche Harbor, starting point of the Pacific International Yachting Association 1961 Race. - Over one hundred sail boats. Roche Harbor, Washington.

1969
Postcard of the South Fork of the Clearwater River in Idaho. | South Fork of the Clearwater is one of Idaho's finest trout streams. Rank stands of timber, including the sightly Ponderosa, line the shores. This 50 mile stretch of water, heads near Elk City. Roads lead in from Grangeville and Kooskia. The same road tolls the history-lover to Dixie, Orogrande and Buffalo Hump, mining ghost-towns.

1970
Postcard is of Payette Lake in Idaho | Payette Lake on North Fork of the Payette River, Idaho, is reached over Highway 15 from Boise or Highway 95. Wooded shore lines, crystal-clear water are characteristic of Idaho's vacation land jeweled with excellent fishing lakes and streams. Union Oil Company's Natural Color Scenes of the West. Tour the West this year with 76 gasoline.
Postcard is of a bridge near the Moyie Dam near Bonners Ferry, Idaho. | Moyie River Bridge, Highway 2. Moyie River Bridge, 464 ft. high and 1222 ft. long, is located 9 miles northeast of Bonners Ferry on Hwy. 2. This exciting span was finished in 1965, a 3 year project. It is considered to be one of North Idaho's most spectacular highway views. The Bonners Ferry municipal powerhouse is seen at the base of turbulent Moyie Falls. Moyie Falls was a highly regarded scenic point before the bridge was built.
Postcard is of Little and Big Redfish Lakes in the Sawtooth Mountains in Idaho. | Little Redfish - Big Redfish Lakes in the Sawtooth National Forest. Located in the Idaho Primitive Area. The Sawtooth Range is in the background. Camping and lodge facilities are available throughout the area.
Postcard is a photograph from the rubble remains of the mining town of Vienna in the Sawtooth National Forest, Idaho. | The Old Vienna Mine (The Place to go is Idaho) This famous mining area was opened in 1879. By 1883 a twenty stamp mill was turning out between forty and fifty thousand dollars worth of ore per month. It continued this production until 1885 when a Lawsuit closed the property. In 1917 the Old Vienna Co. reacquired control over the Mines, built a new Mill, and camp, but to no avail. The Mill never ran and the area, which had produced over five hundred thousand dollars worth of Silver, sank into ruin.
Postcard is a photograph of the Ada County Courthouse in Boise, Idaho. | Ada County Courthouse, Boise, Idaho. Ada County is the most populous county in the State of Idaho. The trading center of southwest Idaho it is rich in dairying and agriculture.
Postcard of the Sawtooth Mountains in Idaho. | "Rugged Sawtooth Peaks" in the primitive area of the Sawtooth National Forest.
Postcard of a bridge over the Payette River north of Smith's Ferry on Highway 55 in Idaho. | This graceful span crosses the Payette River north of Smith's Ferry, Idaho, on picturesque State Highway 15. This scenic road winds its way through national forests to McCall, a vacation mecca.
Postcard of Upper Mesa Falls near Ashton, Idaho. | Upper Mesa Falls. This 106' drop makes one of the largest falls of the mighty Snake River, which flows through Idaho before joining he Columbia River.
Postcard is a photo of the Steunenberg Statue facing the Idaho State Capitol building in Boise, Idaho. | Steunenberg Statue, Boise, Idaho. The statue stands across Jefferson Street facing the main steps to the Idaho State Capitol. The Commission was organized in 1907 with W.A. Coughanour as president to erect the statue, it was dedicated in 1927. Frank Steunenberg served as Governor of Idaho from 1897 to 1900. He was assassinated in 1905.
Postcard is a photograph of an old water wheel in the Warm Springs neighborhood of Boise, Idaho. | The Old Water Wheel, Boise, Idaho. Irrigation has always played a vital role in the life of Idaho. Along the Warm Springs Avenue of Boise many of the fine older homes of the city used the water wheel to irrigate the pastures for their horses. Here is one of the old wheels still working and in fine preservation.
Postcard is a photograph of the Boise Gallery of Art, now named the Boise Art Museum, in Boise, Idaho. | Boise Gallery of At (The place to go is Idaho) Located in Julia Davis Park, off Capitol Blvd., Boise, Idaho. Constructed in 1937 as a W.P.A. project. The Boise Gallery of Art is owned by the City of Boise, and operated by the Boise Art Association, Inc.
Postcard of sea lions sunning on the Oregon Coast near Florence, Oregon. | Sea Lions sunning on shoreline at Sea Lion Caves, Oregon Coast.
Postcard of the Umpqua Lighthouse near Winchester Bay, Oregon. | Umpqua Lighthouse (State Park). At mouth of Umpqua River, Oregon, 1 mile west of Winchester Bay.
Postcard is of the Conde McCullough Memorial Bridge near Coos Bay, Oregon. | Coos Bay Bridge, Oregon. McCullough Bridge over Coos Bay, Oregon Coast. Total length over a mile, this multi-million dollar structure is an important link on the scenic Oregon coast highway. South approach is from a state park in North Bend.
Postcard is of the Columbia River Gorge with a view of Highway 84 heading east. | Columbia River Gorge. Looking eastward from point east of Hood River, Oregon.
Postcard is a winter scene of Timberline Lodge on Mt Hood, Oregon. | Timberline Lodge, Oregon. Nestled at the edge of the timberline on the southern slopes of Mt. Hood, Timberline Lodge offers winter and summer recreation for the skier or tourist. Hand-hewn from great logs, it is a monument to the Forest Service and W.P.A. labor, which erected it.
Postcard is a snowy scene of Timberline Lodge at Mt. Hood, Oregon. | Timberline Lodge, Oregon. Fresh snowfall makes fantasyland out of world-famous Timberline Lodge on Mt. Hood.
Postcard of Mount Hood with Rhododendrons in the foreground. | Mt. Hood, Oregon. With the beautiful mountain Rhododendrons blooming in the foreground.
Postcard of the Goodpasture Bridge near Vida, Oregon. | Covered Bridge, Oregon. The covered bridge of Oregon is a protection to the traveler.
Postcard of Mt Rainier and Tipsoo Lake in Washington State. | Rainier and Tipsoo Lake near Chinook Pass.
Postcard of a snowy scene at Crater Lake, Oregon. | Crater Lake, Oregon in winter splendor. The shimmering blue lake as seen in mid-winter with Mt. Scott looking 9000' in the distance.
Postcard of a snowy scene in the Cascade mountain range. | Winter in the Cascades. The many passes which span this mountain range of Oregon and Washington furnish many views such as this as late in the spring as May.
Postcard of Churchill Hall on the Southern Oregon University campus in Ashland, Oregon. | Churchill Hall, Southern Oregon College, Ashland, Oregon. Situated on a spacious 65 acre campus, this building designed in the Italian renaissance style, contains the administrative and faculty office, an auditorium and classrooms.
Postcard of the Flavel House Museum in Astoria, Oregon. | Clatsop County Historical Museum, Astoria, Oregon. Built in 1883 by Captain George C. Flavel, who was one of the early bar pilots on the Columbia River. Lumber was shipped around the Horn.
Postcard of the Astoria Column in Astoria, Oregon. | Astor Column, Astoria, Oregon. 125 foot column on Coxcomb Hill, depicting early history of this area. An observation platform is at the top of the column with a view of the entire area. It is a replica of the Vendome Column in Paris and the Trojan Column in Rome.
Postcard of the Baker County Courthouse in Baker City, Oregon. | Baker County Court House, Baker, Oregon.
Postcard of a log truck crossing the Thomas Creek Bridge near Brookings, Oregon. | Thomas Creek Bridge. 10 miles north of Brookings, Oregon. On hiway 101. Lumber truck crossing highest span in Oregon appears dwarfed by the steel framework disappearing into the gorge.
Postcard of the Benton County Courthouse in Corvallis, Oregon. | Corvallis, Oregon. Benton Count Courthouse, Benton County, in the heart of the Timber Country is noted for its production of fine furniture.
Postcard of a student dormitory on the Oregon State University campus in Corvallis, Oregon. | Weatherford Hall, Oregon State University, Corvallis. This 400 man residence hall bears the name of Mr. J.K. Weatherford, member of the Board of Regents from 1888 to 1929. The Memorial Union, center of student activities, lies just beyond the archway.
Postcard of the Polk County Courthouse in Dallas, Oregon. | Polk County Courthouse, Dallas, Oregon. This fine old picturesque courthouse was built with native sandstone which was quarried in Polk County not far from Dallas. Completed in 1899, it stands as one of the historic landmarks in this bustling Oregon City.
Postcard of a giant log on a log truck in Oregon. | Giant Fir Log. This 13,000 board feet specimen is typical of the giants still found in the virgin forests of Oregon and Washington. A lot of lumber in this one.
Postcard of a Covered Bridge in Southern Oregon, most likely the Grave Creek Covered Bridge near Sunny Valley, Oregon. | Covered Bridge in Southern Oregon is seen from Highway 99 when traveling through Oregon.
Postcard of Ecola State Park looking south towards Haystack Rock at Cannon Beach, Oregon. | Ecola State Park Looking South, Oregon Coast. A beautiful view of this famous beach, showing Haystack Rock in the distance.
Postcard of Waptus Lake in Washington State. | Waptus Lake, with rugged peaks along the Cascade Crest, is the largest of many popular wilderness lakes reached by foot or horseback from Salmon La Sac, Washington.
Postcard of the Pittock Mansion in Portland, Oregon. | Pittock Mansion, Portland, Oregon. This beautiful mansion was built in 1909 by one of Portland's most prominent citizens. Situated in the west hills with a panoramic view of the city, it is one of Portland's most interesting sights. Now a part of the City's park system, it has been fully restored to its former elegance. Completely modern with such innovations as a central vacuum cleaner system - elevators - thermosats in individual rooms and indirect lighting made it a marvel in its day.
Postcard of the General Administration Office in Olympia, Washington. | General Administrative Building, Olympia, Washington. This new building houses Department of Commerce, Labor and Industries, Tax Commission, State Patrol, State Fisheries, State Printer and Liquor Board. The fountain, an exact replica of the famous Trivoli Fountain of Copenhagen, Denmark, was donated to the state by the citizens of Tumwater
Postcard of the Sunken Gardens at the Washington State Capitol in Olympia, Washington. | Sunken Gardens, State Capitol, Olympia, Washington. Here may be found some of the most beautiful examples of the landscape gardener's art. Every season brings new and changing beauties.
Postcard of a swimming pool at a campground outside of Olympia, Washington. | Jerry's American Heritage K.O.A. Located 6 miles south of Olympia on I-5, exit 99, turn east and follow signs. Tents, Campers, Trailer spaces, hot showers, clean restrooms. Conveniently located to visit Mt. Rainier, Olympic National Park, Ocean Beaches and State Capitol. 9610 Kimmie Street, S.W., Olympia, Washington 98502. (206) 943-8778.
Postcard of a covered bridge over the Chehalis River in Washington State. | Pe Ell, Lewis County, Washington, covered bridge across the Chehalis River. Bridge built 1934 is owned and used by the Pe Ell Water Department. (It also carries wooden water pipe, sole water supply for the town of Pe Ell).
Postcard of Point Grenville on the coast of Washington state. | Point Grenville, Washington. It was here that the first white men landed in 1775. The Spaniards first explored the coastline of Washington and found this area most accessible.
Postcard of Mukilteo Light at Mukilteo, Washington with a ferry boat in the background. | Famous Lighthouse and Washington State Ferry, Puget Sound, Washington.
Postcard of the skyline of Seattle, Washington. | Seattle skyline as viewed from atop the 42 story Smith Tower. The financial district is in the foreground while on the left may be seen the Alaskan Way viaduct which carries through traffic along the waterfront. Lake Union is on the far right.
Postcard of the Federal Courthouse in Seattle, Washington. | Federal Court House, Seattle, Washington.
Postcard of the Lacey V. Murrow Memorial Bridge, a floating bridge in Seattle, Washington. Postcard has water damage. | Floating Bridge, Seattle, Washington. This unusual view shows the Floating Bridge at night. This is the main route between Western Washington and the great Inland Empire of this state.
Postcard of the Spokane County Courthouse in Spokane, Washington. | Spokane County Court House, Spokane, Washington. The Spokane County Court House was built in 1895 on four feet of solid rock foundations at a cost of $273,600. This unusual structure of beautiful architecture continues to serve Spokane County and offers tourists an unusual attraction. The Castle-like lighted tower can be seen from miles around.
Postcard of St. John's Episcopal Church in Spokane, Washington. | St. John's Episcopal Church, Spokane, Washington.
Postcard of St. John's Episcopal Church in Spokane, Washington. | The Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist (Episcopal) Spokane, Washington. One of America's fine examples of Gothic architecture, constructed in 1927-1954.
Long postcard with various scenes from the Oregon coast.
Postcard of the Pacific County Courthouse in South Bend, Washington. | Pacific County Courthouse at South Bend, Washington was built in 1910. Pacific County is important center for timber, fishing, oyster and cranberry industries.
Long postcard with various scenes from Portland, Oregon.
Long postcard with various scenes from Washington state.
Long postcard with various scenes from Idaho.
Postcard of the Pierce County Courthouse in Tacoma, Washington.
Postcard of several buildings in Port Townsend, Washington. | Greetings from Historic Port Townsend, Wash. This city was first settled in 1851 and is a treasure showcase of the Victorian Era. Upper Left - Jefferson County Court House. Lower Left - Bartlett House. Upper Right - Rothschild House. Lower Right - Federal Building.
Postcard of the Clark County Courthouse in Vancouver, Washington. | Clark County Court House, Vancouver, Washington.
Postcard of the Admiralty Head Lighthouse in Fort Casey State Park near Coupeville, Washington. | Old Lighthouse, Fort Casey Historical State Park, Whidby Island, Washington.
Postcard of the Grays Harbor Lighthouse in Westport, Washington. | Westport Lighthouse, Westport, Washington.
Postcard is a photograph of a rock formation along the Historic Columbia River Highway. | Shepperd's Dell. One of the many beautiful spots along the Columbia River Highway. At the roadside a waterfall drops into a shadowy grotto.
Postcard is a photograph of Coffinbury Lake in Fort Stevens State Park, near Warrenton, Oregon. | Fort Stevens State Park, Warrenton, Oregon. Beautiful Coffinbury Lake with Saddle Mountain in the background. This area offers excellent swimming, boating, camping and picnic facilities.
Postcard is a photograph of the Columbia River. | Columbia River, boundary between the states of Oregon and Washington, has carved through the heart of the Cascade Mountains one of the world's most beautiful gorges. Famous Columbia River Highway on the north shore passes a dozen lovely waterfalls including the 620-foot high Multnomah Falls. Union Oil Company's Natural Color Scenes of the West. Tour the west with 76 gasoline.
Postcard is a photograph of the American Falls Dam near American Falls, Idaho. | American Falls Dam. American Falls, Idaho.
Postcard is of the Payette River near Banks, Idaho. | The Payette River near Banks, Idaho lends color and interest to a scenic drive on Highway 15 to McCall, southwestern Idaho's vacationland.
Postcard is a photograph of the Idaho State Historical Museum in Julia Davis Park, Boise, Idaho. | Idaho State Historical Museum, located in Julia Davis Park, Boise, Idaho. All historical possessions and antiques of the "Gem State" are housed here.
Postcard is a photograph of the Old U.S. Assay Office in Boise, Idaho. | The Old U.S. Assay Office Boise, Idaho (The place to go is Idaho) The old U.S. Assay Office, built in 1870-72, was Boise's pride and a symbol of the importance of the IDAHO gold mines both to Idaho and to the nation. In 1933 the building became headquarters of the Boise National Forest. With its noble fir trees and original fence, the stone structure still looks much as it did when Boise was only a decade old.
Postcard of flowers and mountains near Idaho Falls, Idaho. | Greetings from Idaho Falls, Idaho. Wild sunflowers and Rocky Mountain Bee Plant in bloom on the desert.
Exterior view of the Idaho State Capitol building in Boise, Idaho. | State Capitol, Boise, Idaho. This impressive building is in the downtown section of the city, within easy view of all visitors.
Postcard of a cattle being driven down a dirt road in Silver City, Idaho. | Silver City, Idaho. Cattle roam the streets of ghost town Silver City, which once was a busy mining town of 10,000.
Postcard of the winding highway at White Bird Hill, Idaho. | White Bird Hill - with its "Twelve Switch Back Highway" on U.S. 95 is a Scenic Wonder. It rises more than 3000 ft. in 11 miles to Camas Prairie on a 5% grade. Springtime is Wild Flower time on this hillside.
Postcard of Highway 10 in the 4th of July Canyon between Kellogg and Coeur d'Alene, Idaho | Highway 10 in 4th of July Canyon between Kellogg and Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. This northernmost interstate Freeway contrasts vividly with the rugged historic Mullan Trail which traversed this same route a century previous. A treaty was signed on the 4th of July by Indians and Capt. Mullan underneath a white pine tree which still stands near this spot.
Postcard of a log drive on the north fork of the Clearwater River in Idaho. | Log Drive on the Northfork of the Clearwater River. This annual log drive is one of the last of the great river drives in North America. Millions of feet of logs are guided by the intrepid River Loggers down the rushing stream seventy miles to the Potlach Forests, Inc., mills at Lewiston, Idaho. Here loggers are working on typical high center log jam.
Postcard of lava flows at the Craters of the Moon National Monument, Idaho. | Craters of the Moon National Monument, Idaho. Pressure ridge - Movement and settling of bonded lava caused the weakened surface crust to buckle and crack, forming ridges which range from 8 to 15 feet high.
Postcard of spatter cones with a view of surrounding mountains at Craters of the Moon National Monument, Idaho. | Spatter cones in Craters of the Moon National Monument, Idaho. This scenic attraction is located 25 miles southwest of Arco, Idaho, and is easily accessible to tourists on the way to or from Yellowstone Park via U.S. 20.
Postcard of the Maryhill Art Museum on the Colombia River in Washington state. | Maryhill Museum and Colombia River, Washington.
Postcard of sinkholes in lava flows in Craters of the Moon National Monument, Idaho. | Craters of the Moon National Monument, Idaho. Lava sinks. Seen from the air, sink holes in pahoehoe lava flows mark places where the lava surface collapsed. Early settlers imagined a resemblance to the moon's surface as seen through a telescope, hence the name "Craters of the Moon"
Postcard of a large crater in Craters of the Moon National Monument, Idaho. | Craters of the Moon National Monument, Idaho. Big Craters - The largest of the accessible craters on the Loop Drive is about 100 feet deep and is 1/8 mile long.
Postcard is a photograph of the Idaho State Capitol building in Boise, Idaho. | Idaho State Capitol, Boise, Idaho.
Postcard of the spillway of the Grand Coulee Dam in Washington state. | A wall of water 1,650 feet long and 17 fee thick plunges over the Grand Coulee Dam in a 320-foot fall during the average high-water season. Fortunately for tourists and for the million-acre Columbia Basin Irrigation Project in central Washington, the glacier fed Columbia River has its greatest flow in the summer months.
Postcard overlooking Lake Pend Oreille in Northern Idaho. | Syringa time, Lake Pend Oreille, North Idaho. Syringa is the Idaho Sate Flower and bathes the hillside with blooms in late June. This huge glacial cut lake is 50 miles long and is over 1000 ft. deep for 1 miles. Pend Oreille holds the world's record for largest kamloops and Dolly Varden trout.
Postcard of the Lewis and Clark Highway. | Lewis and Clark Highway near Old Man Creek. This stretch of Idaho backland is a goat haunt; also the habitat of deer, bear, moose, cougar and immense herds of elk. The black top road skirts the winding Middle Fork of the Clearwater and Lochsa Rivers for 80 miles and cuts through America's greatest wilderness.
Postcard commemorates a stop on the Lewis and Clark expedition at a place called "Indian Post Office" in the Bitterroot Mountains in Idaho. | Sept. 16, 1805. Indian Post Office L.&C. Exp. Capt. Clark, leading the main party, had great difficulty in keeping on the trail because of the snow. Passed the "Indian Post Office" built long before the Lewis & Clark Expedition by the Nez Perce tribe to receive messages of their success on Buffalo hunts into Montana. "Killed second colt and all supped heartily."
Postcard of a commemorative sign on the Lewis and Clark Expedition. | Sep. 20, 1805. Canoe Camp Site. L.&C. Exp. Capt. Clark met a part of Nez Perce Indians, who gave him dried salmon and camass root flour. He sent Reuben Fields back with a pack load for Lewis and is men. Clark continued down to the lower country to a large Indian camp presided over by Chief Twisted Hair. Lewis joined them later and the complete expedition rested and then built dugout canoes.
Postcard is a scene of Mount Harding in Montana. | Mount Harding, 10,000 ft. white patriarch of the Mission Mountains - one of America's most beautiful ranges, lying between Missoula and Glacier Park. Hwy. 93 takes the traveler for a hundred miles within view of these seamy crags.
Postcard is a view of the Snake River Canyon between Idaho and Oregon. | Snake River Canyon on Idaho Line, as viewed up this rugged and tortuous river. This is part of Hells Canyon, 5500 ft. deep - deepest on the continent. The Seven Devils, 9410 ft., are in the background, set aside as a Forest Service Scenic area.
Postcard is an aerial photograph of Burley, Idaho.
Postcard is of Warm Springs Avenue in Boise, Idaho.
Postcard is of Wallace, Idaho.
Postcard of the Old Railroad Depot in Wallace, Idaho. | Bricks originally imported from China in 1890, by the Northern Pacific Railway Co., were once a part of a building meant to be one of the World's greatest hotels, the Olympic in Tacoma, Washington. The hotel was never finished and was dismantled for use in several depots. 15,000 bricks were used to build this chateau-like depot, which has stood as a focal point in Wallace since 1902. It is now owned and operated by the Burlington Northern Railroad, and was featured in the popular movie "Heaven's Gate," part of which was filmed in Wallace.
Postcard is an aerial photograph of Moscow, Idaho and the University of Idaho.
Postcard is an aerial photograph of Moscow, Idaho and the University of Idaho. | University of Idaho, and Moscow, progressive host city of 12,000, located among the fertile plaid fields of the Palouse. Although the University owns 1200 acres, most of the buildings are clustered in a compact, slightly undulating campus, which makes for an atmosphere of casualness among the 4400 students.
Postcard of Murray, Idaho with photo inset.
Postcard is an aerial photograph of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
Postcard is of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
Postcard is an aerial photograph of Sandpoint Idaho and Lake Pend Orielle. | Sandpoint, Idaho. The matchless beauty of Sandoint on Pend Oreille Lake, 43 miles long, 111 miles of shore. Home of fishing greatest - The Giant Kamloop. Free public beach in center with boat launching facilities, swimming, water skiing, concessions, free bath house and picnic area. Lower center shows water highway from lake to center of city. Modern stores - Trading center of Northern Idaho. Three bowling alleys, golf course. Ultra Motel accommodations, transportation by three railroads, municipal airport, bus line. Family Fun - All Day - Every Day. Only 70 miles to Spokane.
Postcard of Dixie, Idaho. | Dixie, Idaho, Ghost Mining Town, around 90 miles from Grangeville, reached by way of the scenic South Fork of the Clearwater River. Gold was first discovered in Dixie Gulch in 1862. The town was laid out and the post office established in 1896. The Thunder Mountain Gold-rush in 1902, brought 2,000 old-time "opportunists" to work in the area for a short time.
Postcard of Silver City, Idaho in Owyhee County. | Silver City, Owyhee County, Idaho. One of the few unspoiled old (1865) mining towns; the buildings still standing are almost the same as when the population declined to one permanent resident. At an altitude of 6179 feet, snow closes the road in winter.
Postcard of the Lippincott Building in Silver City, Idaho. | Lippincott Building, Silver City, Idaho. When this building was erected it was called an ornament to Silver City. One of the first buildings which added architectural beauty to its construction, it was built for a doctor's office. The smaller building to the right was a well-equipped drug store.
Postcard of the Lippincott Building in Silver City, Idaho. | Lippincott Building, Silver City, Idaho. This building was called "an ornament to Silver City" when it was built. The same cabinet maker who decorated the Stoddard House, produced the carved trim here. It was a doctor's office and residence.
Postcard of the Stoddard House in Silver City, Idaho. | Stoddard House, Silver City, Idaho. This house was built in the 1870's but the fancy wooden trim, although weathered, can still be seen. Gold from a rich lode near DeLamar paid for the building.
Postcard of the Lamplighter Motel in Pocatello, Idaho.
Postcard of a hotel in Post Falls, Idaho. | Best Western Templin's Resort Hotel & Conference Center, 414 E. 1st Ave., Post Falls, Idaho 83854. Located on the beautiful Spokane River 20 miles east of Spokane, Washington on I-90. Templin's features full service facilities including meeting accommodations, Mallards Restaurant & Lounge, tennis, beach, marina, boat rentals and indoor pool. (208) 773-1611.
Postcard of a hotel in Silver City, Idaho. | Idaho Hotel, Silver City, Idaho. Built here in 1866, it was remodeled and enlarged by various owners until closed in the 1940's. It is still a landmark and contains some of the old furnishings.
Postcard of a hotel in Silver City, Idaho. | The Idaho Hotel, Silver City, Idaho. Erected in 1866, this building has been improved and enlarged several times. In 1874 the bar was ornamented with a costly and handsome mirror. After the county seat was removed the hotel was closed. It has recently been reopened and is being renovated.
Postcard of the Imperial '400' Motel in Twin Falls, Idaho.
Postcard of the Warm Springs Lake Lodge in Warm Lake, Idaho. | Warm Lake Lodge, Warm Lake, Idaho. All cabins at Warm Lake Lodge have electricity, Frigidaires, innerspring mattresses and are completely furnished for housekeeping.
Postcard of the American Falls Dam near American Falls, Idaho.
Postcard of the American Falls Dam near American Falls, Idaho.
Postcard of the Black Canyon Dam and Reservoir near Emmett, Idaho.
Postcard of the Palisades Dam on the Snake River near Idaho Falls, Idaho.
Postcard of the Brownlee Dam on the Snake River in Hells Canyon near Brownlee, Oregon.
Postcard of Redfish Lake in the Sawtooth National Forest in Idaho. | Redfish Lake, Sawtooth National Forest. This lake is on U.S. 93 in the Sawtooth Mountain Range. Mt. Heyburn on the right is over 10,000 ft. elevation. Camping and lodge facilities are available.
Postcard of Lake Pend Oreille in Northern Idaho. | Beautiful lake Pend Oreille, in North Idaho, is shown here framed between native fir and yellow pine. Syringa, Idaho's state flower, may be seen in the foreground.
Postcard of flowers on a balcony at a ski resort in Sun Valley, Idaho. | Flowers on balcony of the Willow Chalet, Sun Valley, Idaho.
Postcard of flowers around an Inn in Sun Valley, Idaho. | Flower border around east wing, Challenger Inn Sun Valley, Idaho.
Postcard of flowers at a ski resort in Sun Valley, Idaho. | Pansy triangle near inn pool, Sun Valley, Idaho
Postcard of Lava Hot Springs in Lava Hot Springs, Idaho. | 70 acres of landscaping, free picnic grounds, phenomenal natural sunken gardens, and golf course are the most enjoyable, restful and healthful, paralleling the banks of the tumbling waters of the clear cold Portneut River filled with hungry trout jumping continuously for food tossed in by children and grownups, an unusual, interesting and amusing pastime. Located on Hi-way 30N and the main line of U.P.R.R. Write Lava Hot Springs Foundation for further information.
Postcard of the gardens at Lava Hot Springs in Lava Hot Springs, Idaho. | One of the many State Foundation flower gardens where visitors rest, relax and enjoy the fragrant colorful flowers, shrubs, velvet green lawns and shade, and listen to the chatter of the tumbling waters of the famous fishing stream, the Portneuf River, rushing by or the U.P. Streamliner whizzing along and the Bear Lake Stages unloading its many passengers. A real convalescing and restful paradise located on Hi-way 30N and the main line of the U.P.P.R. Write Lava Hot Springs Foundation for further information.
Postcard of Beauty Bay at Lake Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. | Beauty Bay, Lake Coeur d'Alene, one of America's most beautiful lakes, situated in North Idaho, 100 miles from the Canadian border. Hiway 10 and Blue Creek Bay Bridge may be seen at Left Center.
Postcard of the mine at Burke, Idaho.
Postcard of the Bunker Hill Company lead smelter in the Coeur d'Alene mining region.
Postcard of the Coeur Mine in the Coeur d'Alene mining district near Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. | It took a dozen years of underground exploration, 7 miles of crosscuts and drifts, 10 miles of diamond drilling, and a $10 million mill to put this mine into production. It is expected to produce 2.2 million ounces of silver and 1.6 million pounds of copper annually. Located in Shields Gulch near Osburn, in the heart of Idaho's historic Silver Belt, it will rank behind Sunshine, Galena, and Lucky Friday Mines (in that order) as the country's top silver producers.
Postcard of men rafting in the Snake River canyon on the Idaho Oregon border. | Rafting in Hells Canyon of the Snake River, on of Idaho's many rivers.
Postcard of Chatcolet Lake near St. Maries, Idaho. | Chatcolet Lake, near St. Maries, North Idaho. One of nature's curiosities, (once featured by Ripley) is the shadowy St. Joe River meandering through lovely Lake Chatcolet. Location of a state park, the vicinity finds much summer use.
Postcard of the Gault-Upham Residence Hall (no longer standing) on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of volcanic craters at the Craters of the Moon National Monument in Idaho.
Postcard of the interior of the chapel at St. Gertrude's Convent in Cottonwood, Idaho. | The main altar was constructed of rich oak wood at Sigmaringen, Germany, and reached Cottonwood on March 12, 1928. Roman in style, it was planned by Englebert Gier, architect for the blue porphyry section of the Convent. All parts were mortised and glued so that not a single nail was used.
Postcard of St. Gertrude's Convent and Academy in Cottonwood, Idaho. | The twin towers of St. Gertrude's Convent, Cottonwood, Idaho, are a landmark for travelers. This convent west of U.S. 95, is the only motherhouse in Idaho. Established as a motherhouse in 1909 it is now the home of 130 Benedictines. They staff schools and hospitals in Idaho with two missions in Columbia, S.A.
Postcard of St. Gertrude's Convent and Academy in Cottonwood, Idaho. | A front view of St. Gertrude's Convent, Cottonwood, Idaho, built of blue porphyry, 1919-24. The brick annex was added in 1948-49. The Convent provides a home for 150 Benedictine Sisters. Other buildings are located to the right.
Postcard of the Nobby Inn (now the Breakfast Club) in Moscow, Idaho. | The Nobby Inn, Moscow. "Home of Moscow's finest foods and beverages" has been the Nobby's Slogan for 20 years.
Postcard of St. Gertrude's Convent and Academy in Cottonwood, Idaho. | St. Gertrude's Convent and Academy, Cottonwood, Idaho, showing the gymnasium and rectory completed in January 1958. Established in 1909, it is now the home of 173 Benedictines. The 1958 registration at the Academy was 182 High School Students. The Sisters also have a Junior College for their own members, staff 13 Parochial Schools and 2 Hospitals in Idaho.
Postcard of Lookout Pass on Interstate 90 near the Idaho-Montana border.
Postcard of Lookout Pass on Interstate 90 near the Idaho-Montana border. | The first site of Idaho from Montana, on Interstate 90, is spectacular. The aptly named Lookout Pass gives breathtaking views of the valley around Mullan, Idaho, if you dare take your attention from the incessant curves in the roadway.
Postcard of the Stanley Basin with the Sawtooth Mountains in the background from the Galena Overlook on Highway 75.
Postcard of McGowan Peak in the Stanley Basin near Stanley, Idaho. | Located in Sawtooth National Recreation Area on Scenic 75 in Idaho. Picnic and camping areas are available.
Postcard of Lewiston, Idaho and Clarkston, Washington and the confluence of the Clearwater and the Snake Rivers. | Long one of the west's great spectacles (the view will always be!) this tortuous road is being replaced by a new highway, out of view at left. 10 miles of continuous curves descent 2,000 vertical feet to Lewiston (Idaho's only seaport) and Clarkston, Washington (right). Two large rivers, the Clearwater (left) and Snake join in the scene. The area boasts the North-west's mildest year-around temperature.
Postcard of people dancing in Boise, Idaho. | The Basque Colony of Boise, Idaho is the largest in United States and they believe in perpetuating their Homeland customs, especially Dancing. Danny Ansotequi is being instructed in the first steps of the "Jota" by Toni Murelaga while Domingo Ansotegui on the Tambourine and Jim Jausoro on the Accordion provide that tantalizing Basque rhythm.
Postcard of the rolling hills of the Palouse near Moscow, Idaho. | The land of the Palouse is known for beautiful landscapes and fabulous yields. Wheat and dry edible peas are raised in record yields. The Palouse is located in Idaho, surrounding Moscow, and in Southeast Washington.
Postcard of Lewiston, Idaho and Clarkston, Washington and the confluence of the Clearwater and the Snake Rivers. | The Lewiston Hill on Hwy 95. The north-bound motorist leaves Lewiston and ascends 2000 feet over 11 miles of continuously winding road. The confluence of the Clearwater (left) and the Snake Rivers may be seen in the distance
Postcard of a sheepherding wagon at the base of Boulder Mountain near Sun Valley, Idaho. | Sheepherding wagon at base of Boulder Mountain near Sun Valley, Idaho.
Postcard of a train traveling on the Camas Prairie in Idaho. | The Camas Prairie freight emerges from a tunnel onto a winding trestle along a section of difficult roadbed. Below, in Lapwai Canyon between Lewiston and Grangeville, Idaho, Highway 95 can be viewed in a new, modern stretch of thoroughfare. This highway replaced the tortuous Winchester grade.
Postcard of the St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Genesee, Idaho. | Located in the rich wheat producing hills of the Palouse area. Founded in 1889, the present church edifice was built and dedicated in 1919 to the honor of God and to the worship of Him in truth and spirit.
Postcard of the interior of the Cataldo Mission in north Idaho. | Interior of Cataldo Mission. Most of the detail shown here is original.
Postcard of the Old Mission of the Sacred Heart in Cataldo, Idaho. | This historic mission is the oldest remaining building in Idaho, and is now a State Park. It was built in 1848-53 by members of the Coeur d'Alene Indian Tribe under the supervision of Father Ravalli. The Mission stands serenely on its own hill 20 miles east of Coeur d'Alene, along Interstate 90 in Northern Idaho Panhandle. It was completely restored in the mid 1970's.
Postcard of the Historical Museum in the ghost town of Custer, Idaho. | Custer Historical Mining Museum located near Sunbeam, Idaho, on the Yankee Fork River, that flows into the Salmon River.
Postcard of a volcanic crater at Craters of the Moon National Monument.
Postcard of the Gilbert Brewery, Virginia City, Montana. | Gilbert Brewery, the oldest brewery in Montana, in Historic Virginia City, Montana.
Postcard of a wagon near a historic building in Virginia City, Montana.
Postcard of the interior of the express office in Virginia City, Montana.
Postcard of Craters of the Moon National Monument.
Postcard of a tree at the Craters of the Moon National Monument.
Postcard of Pompey's Pillar near Billings, Montana. | Pompey's Pillar. Lewis & Clark National Historic Landmark, where you can stand in Capt. Clark's footprints and view his name and date which he carved into this sandstone formation July 25, 1806, the only remaining physical evidence of the entire Lewis & Clark Expedition covering eleven states. Located 28 mi. E. of Billings, Montana, just off interchange on Interstate 94. Open June 1st to Sept. 1st.
Postcard of Fort Victoria in Victoria, British Columbia. | The Bastion, Fort Victoria, Victoria, B.C. This reconstructed Bastion was originally built in 1843 by Sir James Douglas as a fur trading post for The Hudson's Bay Company. It now stands as a museum on the grounds of The Canadian Crest Motel, 340 Island Highway, Victoria, B.C.
Postcard of a geyser in Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming. | Old Faithful Geyser, Yellowstone National Park. Most famous geyser in Yellowstone National Park, Old Faithful erupts to a height of 116 to 171 feet every 60 to 65 minutes.
Postcard of a train at the BC Forest Discovery Centre in Duncan, British Columbia, Canada. | Cowichan Valley Forest Museum on the Trans-Canada Highway one mile north of Duncan, Vancouver Island, is a treasury of the history of British Columbia's most important industry: Forestry. Visitors ride a mile-long railway behind a real steam locomotive.
Postcard of Parliament buildings in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.
Postcard of a woman and child on horseback. | Full blood Nez Perce Indians mounted on an Appaloosa horse, with authentic trappings of late era.
Postcard of a mother and child, both of the Crow Nation of Montana. | Crow mother and papoose in carrier. This manner of baby tending has been used since early days and is still common among some tribes.
Postcard of people on a beach on the Oregon coast.
Postcard of the Chief of the Yakima Tribe. | Chief of the Yakima Tribe.
Postcard of the Petersen Rock Garden near Redmond, Oregon. | The Petersen Rock Gardens were started some years ago as a hobby by Mr. Petersen on his farm in the sage-brush land of Deschutes county in Central Oregon. The gardens have become so famous that more than 200,000 visitors annually sign the register.
Postcard of the Petersen Rock Garden near Redmond, Oregon. | Petersen Rock Garden. Geologists claim the garden the greatest and most unique display in the United States. The multicolored rockeries are made of rocks, petrified wood, thunder-eggs, lava casts, minerals, rare stones and gems, most of which were formed in Central Oregon.
Postcard of Myrtle trees. | Twin Oregon Myrtle Trees. These trees grow in a cone-like shape. The wood is hard and has many burls that are varicolored. The carving of the wood into useful products is one of Oregon's industries. Myrtle trees are grown only in Oregon and Palestine.
Postcard of the Petersen Rock Garden near Redmond, Oregon. | Petersen Rock Gardens and Museum is located between Ben and Redmond, Oregon. A patriotic theme is to be found in it's construction. The varied colors of the rocks make its beauty outstanding. Many geological stories are also told in the selection of rocks used in this garden.
Postcard of the Petersen Rock Garden near Redmond, Oregon. | Petersen Rock Gardens located in Central Oregon between Ben and Redmond. More than 200,000 visitors annually come to view the multicolored rockeries made of gems, rare stones, shells, minerals, thunder eggs, petrified wood, etc.
Postcard of a wagon wheel at the Petersen Rock Garden near Redmond, Oregon.| Petersen Rock Gardens, Redmond, Oregon. Old logging wheel used to haul logs in Oregon before the advent of the log truck.
Postcard of a peacock at the Petersen Rock Garden near Redmond, Oregon. | Petersen Rock Gardens in Central Oregon between Redmond and Bend on old U.S. 97. Started as a hobby by Mr. Petersen from his gathering of Oregon native volcanic rocks and gems of many colors, he personally made them into many exhibits of castles, statues and pools. The setting is on his farm. The gardens have become so famous that a constant stream of tourists see them daily.
Postcard of Rasmus Petersen, creator of the Petersen Rock Gardens. | Rasmus Petersen settled on the present site of the rock gardens in 1906. Reclaiming the land for irrigation, took many of his earlier years. In recent years all of his time has been devoted to rock garden construction. The results of his efforts have been enjoyed by thousands of people from all parts of the world.
Postcard of the Petersen Rock Garden near Redmond, Oregon. | Petersen Rock Gardens located between Redmond and Bend, Oregon. The varied colors of rocks, blending with the flowering plants, make its beauty outstanding. This is one of the finest gardens of its kind in the world.
Postcard of Lake Chelan, near Chelan, Washington. Photograph taken by William Gilbaugh.
Postcard of North Bend, Oregon along Highway 101. | One of the busy coastal lumbering cities of Oregon.
Postcard of sand dunes on the Oregon Coast. | Located between Florence and Coos Bay, they are one of the scenic wonders of the Pacific Coast.
Postcard of sand dunes on the Oregon Coast. | Miles and miles of drifting sand. Dune riding is a thrilling sport.

1972
Postcard of farm land in Alberta, Canada.

1973
Postcard of the St. Joe River in Idaho.
Postcard of the Sunshine Mine Disaster Memorial. | In honor of the 91 victims of the country's worst mine disaster (since 1917) plus all the living hardrock miners of the Coeur d'Alene Mining District.
Postcard of Louise Sheryl Edmo. | As Miss Indian America XIX, Louise is well qualified to represent the 800,000 Indians of the United States. Her public experience and knowledge of the problems of her people belie her age. This attractive eighteen-year-old has been a youth delegate to the White House Conference on aging, a delegate to the National Congress of American Indians, Anchorage, Alaska, first runner-up to the title of Miss National Congress of American Indians, besides numerous other recognitions. She plans to attend the University of Idaho to major in political science and pre-law. Louise was photographed in an original designed ceremonial dress of the Bannock tribe, with the Big Horn Mountains in the background. She will reign over the 1973 All American Indian Days and Miss Indian America pageant to be held in Sheridan, Wyoming, July 27, 28, 29.

1974
Postcard of the entrance to expo'74, the World's Fair in Spokane, Washington in 1974. | The main entrance to Expo '74, the only major international exposition in the United States during the 1970's bicentennial decade. "Celebrating tomorrow's fresh new environment." Glistening islands and riverbanks of the Spokane River, open spaces with colorful plazas, dancing fountains, gardens and greenery, and many worldwide pavilions and exhibits. All created to illustrate that Man can live, work and play in harmony with his environment. Official Expo '74 World's Fair Card.
Postcard of the clock tower and circus pavilion in the Riverfront Park area of Spokane, Washington. | The Clock Tower and Circus Pavilion in the Riverfront Park. Photo: Will Hawkins. These two structures are the focal points of this delightful city park along the Spokane River in downtown Spokane, Washington, as they were during the World's Fair. Beautiful floral plantings grace the walkways; and gentle, grass covered slopes enhance the atmosphere. Many ducks and seagulls feed on the river and readily accept handouts from sympathetic visitors. The Great Northern Clock Tower is the last remnant of the railroad depot and maze of tracks once occupying this site.
Postcard of the Palouse Falls on the Palouse River in Washington State.

1975
Postcard of the Cataldo Mission church in Cataldo, Idaho. | Mission at Cataldo, Idaho, construction began in 1848 by Father Anthony Ravalli S.J. With broad axe, auger and pocket knife for tools, and a band of untutored Indians for help, the old mission has stood to become Gem State's oldest building. The mission was designated a "National Historic Landmark" by Congress in 1962.

1976
Postcard of men firing a howitzer at the Battle of Big Hole during the Nez Perce War. | "Firing the Mountain Howitzer," Big Hole National Battlefield, Mt. Painting by Robert Auth. At noon of the first day of battle, six men of the 7th U.S. Infantry brought up the howitzer to fire shots at the Nez Perce camp. After 2 shots Nez Perce warriors captured the howitzer. The Battle of the Big Hole, August 9-10 was the turning point in the Nez Perce War of 1877.

1977
Postcard of a house in Fort Vancouver in Vancouver, Washington. | "The Big House" as it was known in 1838 was the residence of Dr. John McLoughlin and family. The home was rebuilt in detail from photos, written descriptions and archaeological evidence, resting on its original location within the Fort. There are nine rooms on the first floor, including a large dining hall. Two rooms are upstairs. The kitchen is a separate building at the rear connected by a short hallway. The bakery and a storage building are seen on the right.

1978
Postcard of Wallace, Idaho. | The historic City of Wallace, silver capital of the nation, located in the rich Coeur d'Alene Mining District of Idaho's Silver Valley. 1978 photo.
Postcard of a park in Spokane, Washington. | Souvenir of Spokane Riverfront Park Rededication, Spokane, Washington, May 1978, by President Jimmy Carter.
Postcard of Fort Vancouver as it would have looked in 1845. | Fort Vancouver National Historic Site, Vancouver, Wa. 98661. Founded in 1825, Fort Vancouver was the headquarters and supply depot for the Hundon's Bay Company in the Northwest. For 20 years it was also the social, political, and economic center of the Northwest. Declining fur returns and problems with Americans led tot he closing of the fort in 1860. Neglect and several fires destroyed the entire fort by 1866.
Postcard of the bastion at Fort Vancouver in Vancouver, Washington. | The original Bastion was built by the Hudson's Bay Company in 1845. It was armed with eight 3-pounder cannons. The cannons were used to salute English ships as they approached Fort Vancouver. The Bastion was also a deterrent to possible American attacks on the Fort. The Bastion was destroyed by fire in 1866 and reconstructed by the National Park Service in 1973 on its original location.

1980
Postcard of the Perrine Memorial Bridge near Twin Falls, Idaho. | Perrine Memorial Bridge. The Perrine Memorial Bridge on Highway 93 is one of the highest in the United States. This bridge is 1400 feet long and is 476 feet high, crossing the Snake River 3 miles north of Twin Falls.
Postcard of the Oxbow Dam in Hell's Canyon on the Snake River between Oregon and Idaho. | Oxbow Dam, finished in 1962 by Idaho Power Company as second unit in new Hell's Canyon development, harnesses the mighty Snake River in a bold construction feat. The name comes from the unusual sharp turns of the river in the shape of an ox bow.
Postcard is a snowy scene in the Cascade mountains of Oregon, specifically of Broken Top. | "Before the mountains were created, before the earth was formed, you are God without beginning or end." - Psalm 90:2. Living Bible. Cascade Range, Oregon.
Postcard is a scene of a stormy sky over the Central Oregon desert. | Storm over the desert in Central Oregon.
Postcard of Mount St. Helens erupting. | Mount St. Helens located in southwest Washington. This 9,677 foot mountain, a dormant volcano for over 100 years, began volcanic activity in early 1980. Mount St. Helens is the first active volcano in the continental United States in over 60 years.
Postcard of the Mount St. Helens eruption. | Mount St. Helens, Washington. On May 18th, 1980 at 8:32 A.M. the top 1300 feet of the mountain was blown into the atmosphere reducing it to 8400 feet. The force of the blast was equal to 5,000 H-bombs and was the first lateral blast known to man. It pulverized the north side of the mountain into fine ash that reached an altitude of 63,000 feet, spreading ash eastward across the continent eventually circling the globe. This photo was taken from the West that afternoon.
Postcard of Mount St. Helens erupting. | Mt. St. Helens in southwest Washington, about 50 miles from Portland, Oregon and 40 miles from Vancouver, Washington, erupted on March 27, 1980, after being silent for 123 years. This aerial photo was taken on March 30, 1980.
Postcard of the Stanley Store in Stanley, Idaho with the Sawtooth Mountains in the background.
Postcard of Stanley, Idaho with the Sawtooth mountains in the background. | Stanley, Idaho. In Stanley Basin along the Sawtooth Mountain Range on U.S. Highway 75. Located within Idaho's National Recreational area. Color by Coy Poe.
Postcard is of Mullan, Idaho.
Postcard of Osburn, Idaho.
Postcard of Priest River, Idaho.
Postcard is an aerial photograph of St. Maries, Idaho.
Postcard of the Cedar Street Bridge Public Market in Sandpoint, Idaho. | This beautiful structure, atop native piling, spans Sand Creek near its confluence with Lake Pend Oreille in the heart of the city. The Bridge includes 35 shops and indoor street vendors featuring "Superb Shopping, Creative Cuisine, Bountiful Browsing". Inspired by the Ponte Vecchio in Florence, Italy. The Bridge has one striking difference in its passive solar heat design. The Cedar Street Bridge is truly a unique people place.
Postcard of Ketchum, Idaho at night. | Ketchum, Idaho, winter evening. Dollar Mountain ski area at left.
Postcard of a parade during the Wagon Days celebration in Ketchum, Idaho. | These huge wagons seen at the Wagon Days celebration in Ketchum, were used to carry ore over mountain passes during mining days.
Postcard of a street in Elk City, Idaho. | Elk City. Lumber and recreation town, with a colorful history, is situated 60 miles east of Grangeville, Idaho. Twenty-two prospectors from Pierce discovered the Elk City Mines in May 1861, and a Gold Rush followed that summer. Permanent log buildings were begun August 6 and within a month about 40 stores, saloons, and cabins were ready for winter use. Most of the miners rushed off to other new bonanzas that falls, but Elk City still became one of the important Idaho Gold Camps.
Postcard is of Riggins, Idaho and the Seven Devils mountains in the background. | Spectacular setting of Riggins, the outpost of Idaho's vast Wilderness, located on the Salmon - "River of No Return". Here you see the deepest canyon in the U.S. in which a municipality exists at the bottom: Riggins elevation is 1800. Elevation of the Seven Devils Range is 9410. Just over the Seven Devils Range winds the Snake River in America's deepest Canyon. These two great rivers, so near each other here, appeal to the nation's most daring river-rats.
Postcard is an aerial photograph of Cottonwood, Idaho. | Cottonwood in North Idaho. Population 1,100, elevation 3440 on Hwy 95, part of the rich Camas Prairie. Its history dates back to the 1860's, when it was sit of a way-station for mine supplies. Cottonwood was the scene of a skirmish in the Nez Perce War of '77. Fine schools and churches, a diversified economy and recreation make this town attractive for family living.
Postcard of the Holiday Inn in Twin Falls, Idaho.
Postcard of the Holiday Inn in Twin Falls, Idaho.
Postcard of the Ponderosa Inn in Burley, Idaho.
Postcard of a hotel in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. | Star Motel, 1516 Sherman, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. One of Coeur d'Alene's newest motels. Eleven modern carpeted units with tubs and showers. T.V., room phones and air-conditioning. Mr. & Mrs. J.C. Kohlstadt, owners and operators. Telephone MO 4-5035.
Postcard of the Ponderosa Inn in Burley, Idaho. | Heated swimming pool and conference room. Ponderosa Inn, Interstate 80 N, Burley, Idaho. 100 air-conditioned units, beautiful dining room, cocktail lounge, coffee shop, heated swimming pool, nine hole golf course and gift shop. Phone 678-9073 for reservations. Beauty & barber shop. Gas station.
Postcard of a hotel in White Bird, Idaho. | Chief White bird Motel & Trailer Park. Location: On U.S. #95, White Bird, Idaho. Mouth of White Bird Creek & Salmon River. 1 1/2 miles south of White Bird. Excellent fishing, hunting. 25 camper-trailer spaces. Trophy room, color TV. Air cond. - with or without kitchen. Coin laundry & dry cleaners. Large grassy playground. Phone, White Bird, Idaho 839-4421.
Postcard of the Oxbow Dam on the Snake River in Hells Canyon between Oregon and Idaho.
Postcard of the Perrine Memorial Bridge near Twin Falls, Idaho.
Postcard of Alturas Lake in Stanley Basin, Idaho. | Alturas Lake, in Idaho's Stanley Basin and situated at the edge of the Sawtooth Wilderness Area, is favored by campers, fishermen and water skiers.
Postcard of railroad tracks across Benewah Lake near St. Maries, Idaho. | Once the Milwaukee Rail Road, now called Two Rivers Rail Road, this privately owned line has long been used primarily for transporting wood products and freight for the St. Joe River area. Denewah is one of several recreation lakes connected to the southern end of Lake Coeur d'Alene. View is from Hwy. 5 between Plummer (on Hwy. 95) and St. Maries.
Postcard of the Sun Valley Resort in Sun Valley, Idaho with the main lodge building in the foreground. | With facilities and accommodations second to none, the famous Idaho resort, in its delightful mountain setting, ranks as one of the West's outstanding spots. Sun Valley itself, and the immense and beautiful area in which it is located add up to a byword in summer vacation topics.
Postcard of sailboats on Lake Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. | Sailboats on Lake Coeur d'Alene, one of the best sailing waters in the Nation. Photo by Duane D. Davis. Driftwood beaches contrast the sleek craft of these landlocked mariners. Lake Coeur d'Alene hosts regional and national regattas in addition to its large, active local fleet. Skippers are attracted to this lake by the gentle prevailing breezes and lack of high wave action. Cape Coeur d'Alene, on the lake's eastern shore, marks the setting of this scene southeast of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
Postcard of the Sun Valley Resort from nearby Penny Mountain with horses and riders in the foreground. | Sun Valley from nearby Penny Mtn.
Postcard of Beauty Bay at Lake Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. | Beauty Bay, framed by Ponderosa Pine, Lake Coeur d'Alene. Photo: Will Hawkins. Often described as one of America's most beautiful lakes, it is situated in Northern Idaho 100 miles from Canadian Border. The city of Coeur d'Alene, six miles to the west, craters to tourists from all over the World. Scene is from viewpoint trail off Alt. 95 to Harrison and St. Maries. Blue Bay Bridge on I-90 is at left center.
Postcard of the Sunshine and Crescent mines near Kellogg, Idaho.
Postcard of Payette Lake near McCall, Idaho during winter.
Postcard of Payette Lake and McCall, Idaho.
Postcard of the St. Joe River as it flows into the Chatcolet near St. Maries, Idaho. | The shadowy St. Joe River flows through Lake Chatcolet here below St. Maries, Idaho, (just beyond hills). This famous river is not only popular for water sports and recreation, but also provides an inexpensive means of transporting timber. This braille of logs is approx. 1,600' long and contains 1 1/2 million bd. ft. They are combined into even larger "lake tows" and towed to Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, mills over 30 miles to the north.
Postcard of a gold dredge between Elk City and Orogrande, Idaho. |Gold Dredge on Crooked River, between Elk City and Orogrande. These dredges recall the gold years between the early 30'a and late 50's, when they were seen on many Idaho stream beds. Huge mouths full of gravel were screened down to the fine and heavier gold. These huge machines have disappeared because of (1) the price of gold, pegged in the early 30's, (2) present necessity of grooming worked stream beds, and (3) the diminishing number of unworked gravel beds.
Postcard of a ghost town at Boulder Basin, Idaho. | Mining shaft at Boulder Basin, Boulder Mountains, north of Ketchum, Idaho, one of Idaho's many mining ghost camps.
Postcard of the St. Joe River flowing into Chatcolet Lake in Idaho.
Postcard of the St. Joe River. | Massive Cottonwood trees grace the shores of this serene river along its lower reaches. It is one of the highest navigable rivers in the world, and is used for log towing, boating, and many other water sports. The headwaters drain a portion of the West side of the Bitterroot Mtn. Range on the Idaho-Montana border. It empties into Lake Coeur d'Alene after flowing through Lake Chatcolet. View is near St. Maries, Idaho, enroute to Calder and Avery.
Postcard of the St. Joe River with fall colors. | The Shadowy St. Joe River. In a land of rushing trout streams, the quiet contrast of this tranquil river furnished poetic loveliness to the St. Maries and Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, region.
Postcard of Silver Creek, Idaho. |Silver Creek, Picabo, Idaho, one of the nation's Blue Ribbon Dry Fly Fishing Streams.
Postcard of a beaver pond on the Big Lost River with the Snowy Mountains in the background. | Beaver Pond - A beaver pond dams the north fork of the Big Lost River. The Snowy Mountains, in the background, are in the Boulder Chain of Idaho's Rocky Mountains.
Postcard of the Old Mission State Park near Cataldo, Idaho.
Postcard of the interior of the Kibbie Dome on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of a woman hiking near Castle Peak in the White Cloud Mountains near Stanley, Idaho. | Castle Peak, part of the White Cloud Mountains that are the eastern range of the Rocky Mountains in the Stanley Basin of Idaho.
Postcard of the Cataldo Mission near Kootenai, Idaho. | Cataldo Mission, interstate Hwy 90, built in 1848 by Jesuits without nails, using native Indian Christianized labor under hardy Missionary Fathers.
Postcard of the interior of the Cataldo Mission church in Cataldo, Idaho. | The interior of the "Old Mission" of the Sacred Heart looks today much as it would have when it was part of a thriving Indian/Jesuit mission in the 1860's. The artistic genius of Father Ravailli, the church's architect and designer, is revealed in the two wood carvings on either side of the altar. Built in 1848-53, it remains as Idaho's oldest building. The "Old Mission State park" is open year around to visitors.
Postcard of a boat house and dock at Diamond Lake, Oregon.
Postcard of the Senior Estates Gold & Country Club in Woodburn, Oregon. | Senior Estates Golf & Country Club, 1776 Country Club Rd., Woodburn, Oregon 97071. A private club and retirement community with an 18 hole golf course, restaurant, swimming pool, shuffle-board, card rooms and pool room.
Postcard of the eruption of Mount St. Helens. | "Big Bang" Eruption, May 18, 1980. After literally blowing over 1400 feet from the summit, Mount St. Helens belches a thick ash and steam cloud that reached 60,000 feet into the atmosphere. The ash could dumped thousands of tons of ash over several states and continued its journey around the globe finding its way back to Washington 2 weeks later.
Postcard of the burial place of Old Chief Joseph. | On Lake Wallowa. The old Indian chief was reburied here in the 1920's from a hidden grave in lower Wallowa Valley. The white marker is of the early pioneer F.D. McCulley, staunch friend of the chief.
Postcard of Mount St. Helens sometime after the 1980 eruption. | Mt. St. Helens, following violent eruption activities, still shows some volcanic activity. The mountain lost approx. 1300 ft. of its summit on May 18, 1980 eruption. 156 square miles of surrounding wilderness-like setting was wrecked, and buried in up to 100 feet of ash and debris. This view looks south into the devastated mountain.
Postcard of the Phantom Ship in Crater Lake National Park. | Towering more than 165 feet above Crater Lake's blue, the Phantom Ship, formed by the volcano whose eruptions created the lake, serenely withstands the centuries.
Postcard of the McCullough Bridge on the Oregon Coast near Coos Bay. | The mighty ocean going lumber ship passing under the picturesque McCullough Bridge as it proceeds into Coos Bay.
Postcard of Dead Man's Pass near Pendleton, Oregon. | Dead Man's Pass in the heart of the Blue Mountains. Looking west toward Pendleton. The pioneers came over this trail.

1982
Postcard of a truck in a grain field near Moscow, Idaho. | Grain truck parked in a wheat field, waiting to be filled, August. This photograph is one of the many striking images of Palouse farm life included in Bill Woolston's Harvest. A hardbound, 128-page book published by Thorn Creek Press, Genesee, Idaho, 83832, Harvest is available in your local bookstore or direct from the publisher.
Postcard of men and women eating next to a truck near Moscow, Idaho. | Lunch in the shade of a combine during pea harvest, August. This photograph is one of the many striking images of Palouse farm life included in Bill Woolston's Harvest. A hardbound, 128-page book published by Thorn Creek Press, Genesee, Idaho, 83832, Harvest is available in your local bookstore or direct from the publisher.

1983
Postcard is a drawing by Carla F. Kappler of the Latah County Public Library in Moscow, Idaho. | Moscow-Latah County Public Library, 110 S. Jefferson Street. The original Carnegie library was built in 1906 in the "Mission-style." It now houses the Carol Ryrie Brink Children's Room. The new addition was completed in 1983.
Postcard of the patchwork rolling hills of the Palouse near Moscow, Idaho.
Postcard of the Latah Public Library building in Moscow, Idaho. Drawing by Carla F. Kappler. | 110 S. Jefferson Street. The original Carnegie library was built in 1906 in the "Mission-style." It now houses the Carol Ryrie Brink Children's Room. The new addition was completed in 1983.

1985
Postcard of boats on Lake Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. | Seeweewana and Dancewana cruising on Beautiful Lake Coeur d'Alene. Lake Coeur d'Alene and shadowy St. Joe River. Regular passenger and charter cruises. Finney Transportation Co. Capt. John F. Finney, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
Postcard of a tour at the Sierra Silver Mine near Wallace, Idaho. | The mine-ore car and the portal (entrance) are the visitor's introduction to a hard-rock mine tour in the Silver Valley. The tour is a truly unique experience to observe actual demonstrations of mining equipment and techniques, which are used to produce one-half of the nation's silver from mines in this area.

1990
Postcard of a street scene in Sandpoint, Idaho. | New buildings, remodeling projects, and businesses are the order of the day in this city of approx. 5,000 pop. County seat of Bonner County, it is the center for a rapidly growing area population. Lake Pend Oreille and Schweitzer Ski area are the main attractions, coupled with an abundance of outdoor recreation and pleasant home sites. Hwys. 95 and 200 pass through the city.

2000
Postcard of objects from the Asian American Comparative Collection at the University of Idaho. | The Asian American Comparative Collection is a unique resource containing artifacts, slides, and documentary materials essential for understanding Asian American archaeological sties, economic contributions, and cultural history. It is located in the Laboratory of Anthropology at the University of Idaho, Moscow, 83844-1111. Please visit our Web site, <http:www.uidaho.edu/LS/AACC/>. This post card was produced through the generous contributions of Rob Davis and the Lennard Chin Family.