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Portland

 Subject
Subject Source: Archiveswest

Found in 631 Collections and/or Records:

Ladd carriage house photographic collection

 Collection
Identifier: Org. Lot 549
Abstract

Small collection of photographs and illustrations of the exterior of the Ladd carriage house on the northwest corner of NW Columbia St. and NW Broadway in Portland, Oregon.

Dates: circa 1892-1970

John Wesley Ladd residence photographic collection

 Collection
Identifier: Org. Lot 550
Abstract

Fifteen black and white photographs of the J. Wesley Ladd house at SW Park Avenue and SW Market Street in Portland, Oregon, and of Helen Ladd.

Dates: circa 1900

William S. Ladd residence photographic collection

 Collection
Identifier: Org. Lot 551
Abstract

Small collection of black and white photographs of the William S. Ladd house at NW Columbia Street and NW Broadway in Portland, Oregon. Six loose prints primarily depict the exterior of the house from different vantages and in different seasons. Also included in the collection is a collage of five black and white photographs that was published in the Oregon Journal newspaper; these photographs show the exterior of the house and the music room, living room, library, and dining room.

Dates: circa 1900-1927

Oral history interview with John R. Laidlaw

 Collection
Identifier: SR 9461
Abstract

Oral history interview with John R. Laidlaw conducted by Charles Digregorio on June 10, 1976. Laidlaw was a Roman Catholic priest in Oregon from around 1919 to 1973.

Dates: 1976 June 10

Lang Syne Society records

 Collection
Identifier: Mss2160
Abstract Records of the Lang Syne Society include minutes, 1914-1988; correspondence, 1962-1974; membership applications, circa 1930-1979; menus, 1919-1968; financial records, 1953-1988; history, 1975 and 1984; constitution and by-laws, 1916-1988; membership records, correspondence and necrology, 1949-1983; press releases, 1970-1978; and miscellaneous ephemera. The society was an organization of businessmen dedicated to friendship and to "perpetuate the memory and history of those who helped build...
Dates: 1914-1988

Oral reminiscences by Robin Latta about his education

 Collection
Identifier: SR 9094
Abstract

Oral reminiscences by Robin Latta, recorded circa 1972, with an introduction by Katharine W. Latta, recorded on March 25, 1981. Robin Latta discusses his experiences at Cady Music Education School and Catlin Gabel School.

Dates: 1972-1981 March 25

Laurelhurst Club minute book and newsletters

 Collection
Identifier: Coll 1051
Abstract

A minute book for the Laurelhurst Club of Portland, Oregon, and a bound volume and loose individual issues of the club's semi-monthly newsletter, Laurelhurst Club Life. The Laurelhurst Club was formed in late 1912, and opened a clubhouse on SE Ankeny Street in 1914. Membership declined later in the 20th century, and the club eventually became defunct. As of 2024, the clubhouse was owned by the Laurelhurst Neighborhood Association.

Dates: 1916-1931

Oral history interview with Irene J. Lavorato

 Collection
Identifier: SR 3558
Abstract

Oral history interview with Irene J. Lavorato conducted by Jan Dilg from November 5-19, 1998. Lavorato worked as a clinic clerk and medical assistant in Portland, Oregon.

Dates: 1998 November 5-19

Oral history interview with Dorothy B. Leach

 Collection
Identifier: SR 9463
Abstract

Oral history interview with Dorothy B. Leach conducted by Roberta Watts on February 23, 1978. Leach discusses her life in London, England, and in Portland, Oregon, in the 20th century.

Dates: 1978 February 23

Oral history interview with Dorothea M. Lensch

 Collection
Identifier: SR 9634
Abstract

Oral history interview with Dorothea M. Lensch conducted by Mischa Creditor and Carol Spellman from October 20, 1977, to March 10, 1978, for the Portland Neighborhood History Project. Lensch served as director of recreation for the Portland Parks Bureau, now Portland Parks and Recreation, from 1936 to 1972.

Dates: 1977 October 20-1978 March 10