Transactions of the Tenth Annual Re-Union of the Oregon Pioneer Association

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Transactions of the Annual Reunion of the Oregon Pioneer Association was an annual publication of the Oregon Pioneer Association. The title varied somewhat over time. The Oregon Pioneer Association was founded in 1873, which followed the Oregon Pioneer Society, established 1867. 5.5" x 9" paperback book bound with string wound through three small holes along the left side. The front and back covers are attached but loose, and very thin. The covers as well as the pages inside show brown discoloration. The front cover is almost brown with the discoloration. Full Title: Transactions of the Third Annual Reunion of the Oregon Pioneer Association for 1882; and the Annual Address Delivered by Hon. James K. Kelly, Together with the Occasional Address by Hon. F.A. Chenoweth, Remarks by Mrs. A.S. Duniway, and a Historical Letter by Hon. J. Quinn Thornton and Other Matters of Interest. This book presents the 1882 Transactions of the Oregon Pioneer Association's tenth annual reunion, accompanied by insightful and entertaining addresses by notable individuals including judges, politicians, and military figures. It records the proceedings of the gathering, where pioneers shared their experiences of the arduous journey across the plains to settle in Oregon and the challenges they faced in establishing a new life. The narratives provide valuable insights into the hardships endured, the resilience of the pioneers, and the remarkable transformation of the Oregon territory. These accounts not only document the struggles and triumphs of a bygone era, but also serve as a tribute to the indomitable spirit of those who laid the foundation for the prosperous state of Oregon.