by Deborah Lobey | Mar 13, 2023 | Library Indexes
Family File Names Index The on-site William Kyle Research Library maintains files of pioneers from the 1800’s and long-time residents who have contributed to the history of the Siuslaw Valley area. The files may contain articles regarding events,...
by Deborah Lobey | Mar 13, 2023 | Library Indexes
Schools Early rural schools began as crude, one room buildings. A minimum of six students were required to start a school. Desks, chairs or benches were made by hand. Schools included Acme to Westlake and Gardiner to Big Creek. Children walked to school or...
by Deborah Lobey | Mar 12, 2023 | Library Indexes
Canneries Large coho salmon runs on the Siuslaw River attracted many early settlers to the area. The Duncan Cannery opened in 1877 and was soon followed by numerous canneries which flourished as the fishing industry grew. In 1894 the William Kyle Cannery was...
by Deborah Lobey | Mar 11, 2023 | Library Indexes
Boats, Schooners and Barges At one time boats carrying freight contributed to the major activity on the Siuslaw River. According to vessel arrival and departure records, imports were primarily merchandise and machinery. Exports included lumber, salmon, hides,...
by Deborah Lobey | Mar 11, 2023 | Library Indexes
Lumber and Sawmills In the early 1900’s the Siuslaw River Valley was abundant with timber, resulting in a prosperous logging industry for the Florence area. Logs were transported to sawmills on the river, and the boarded lumber shipped on schooners to...
