Portland’s Ladd Carriage House for sale (again)

The 1883 Ladd Carriage House is up for sale. … Read More Portland’s Ladd Carriage House for sale (again)

02/19/202402/17/2024 John ChilsonLeave a comment

Greetings from Oregon: The Swept Wing Motel, Albany

The Swept Wing Motel, next to the Albany Airport at the intersection of I-5 and Hwy 20 boasted on heck of a neon sign.… Read More Greetings from Oregon: The Swept Wing Motel, Albany

02/17/2024 John Chilson4 Comments

Nature in the city: Elk Rock Island in Milwaukie

Elk Rock Island, just a hair over the Portland border in Milwaukie, is only accessible when the tide is low or by canoe across the Willamette… Read More Nature in the city: Elk Rock Island in Milwaukie

02/15/202402/15/2024 John Chilson2 Comments

Before it was Bob’s Red Mill it was… Moore’s Flour Mill in Oak Grove

Long before it was Bob’s Red Mill, it was Moore’s Flour Mill in Oak Grove on Roethe Road.… Read More Before it was Bob’s Red Mill it was… Moore’s Flour Mill in Oak Grove

02/11/202402/11/2024 John Chilson12 Comments

Greetings from Oregon: The Club Portland & Lariat Lounge

(Greetings from Oregon is an occasional look at found postcards from around the state.) It was located where Morgan’s Alley is nowadays. When the place closed, they auctioned off “fabulous wood carvings.” From the back of the postcard: Portland’s popular nite spot for fun and entertainment with an atmosphere that’s just a little different. Live… Read More Greetings from Oregon: The Club Portland & Lariat Lounge

02/02/202402/06/2024 John Chilson1 Comment