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In this interview, George and Lois Best describe their childhoods growing up in Oregon. In recalling his childhood, George notes that he was born in Minnesota, but moved to Oregon when he was five years old. Lois states that she was born in Michigan…

In this interview, J.B. Bielman discusses his personal background and his work in the logging industry. Bielman discusses the land he has cultivated and talks about the work he has done on it. He also talks about the tools he has used as a logger,…

In this interview, Don and Eunice Davis discuss their family backgrounds, their childhoods, and how they both ended up living in Oregon. At the outset, Don talks about his parents, siblings, and the work he did on his parents' farm when he was young.…

In this interview, Homer Davis discusses his experiences growing up on a farm in Oregon and his family life. He discusses the chores he and his siblings were expected to do on the farm, and provides a description of what each of his brothers did…

In this interview, Boyd and Wilma Eagleson discuss their respective family backgrounds and their childhoods. Boyd provides an account of what it was like to grow up on a farm in the early twentieth century, and discusses the fact that his family…

In this interview, Ralph and Stella Eagleson discuss their childhoods and family backgrounds. Ralph shares that he was born in Eddyville, Oregon, and that he grew up on a farm in a large family. He describes the farm work he helped with as a child…

In this interview, Monte Boggs discusses his upbringing and family life in rural Benton County near Philomath, Oregon. He talks about his family’s farm, the surrounding nature, and the community of Philomath. Boggs also describes his memories of…

In this interview, Paul Mortenson discusses his “idyllic” childhood growing up in Oregon. He describes the love he had for nature when he was a child, and touches on some of the major news events that took place during his youth, including the…

In this interview, Marvin Rowley discusses his childhood in rural Oregon, his experiences during World War II, and his family life. The interview begins with a discussion of Rowley’s early years. He states that he was born in Portland in 1924, and…

In this interview, Don Oakes, a lifelong resident of Benton County, reflects on his family's deep roots in the region dating back to his great grandfather's arrival from Missouri in 1876. He provides a brief background of his family history, offering…