Milwaukie #21: Peake Funeral Chapel 9/11 Monument

1925 SE Scott Street

9/11 Monument at Peake Funeral Chapel on September 27, 2008

This monument at the Peake Funeral Chapel remembers the events of September 11, 2001, "A Day Not To Be Forgotten," in Somerset County, Pennsylvania, New York, New York and Washington, DC.

9/11 Monument at Peake Funeral Chapel on September 27, 2008

It bears the logo of the Alderwoods Group and is identical to one in Rainier, Oregon's Riverfront Park.

9/11 Monument at Peake Funeral Chapel on September 27, 2008

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Milwaukie #20: Jackson Street Mural

10801 SE Main Street facing Jackson Street

Jackson Street Mural on September 27, 2008

This mural on the north wall of the building housing Chopsticks Express facing Jackson Street was painted by Larry Kangas and was completed in July of 2001.

Jackson Street Mural on September 27, 2008

It depicts Henderson Luelling and Seth Lewelling and Milwaukie in 1900.

Jackson Street Mural on September 27, 2008

November 17, 1847, Henderson Luelling and his son Alfred arrived from Iowa with a special wagon filled with a mixture of 700 ornamental and fruit trees. It is said that a group of hostiles, upon seeing the nature of their cargo, allowed them safe passage through their territory.

Jackson Street Mural on September 27, 2008

Seth Lewelling and Ha Bing developed the Bing Cherry.

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Milwaukie #19: Milwaukie Historical Mural

11153 SE 21st Avenue

Milwaukie Historical Mural on September 27, 2008

The Milwaukie Historical Mural was unveiled on July 12, 2000. Each panel represents fifty years of Milwaukie history, starting with the year 1800 on the left panel.

Milwaukie Historical Mural on September 27, 2008

The mural was created by the Milwaukie Downtown Development Association & its Visual Arts Committee, Larry Kangas of Kangas Murals, Milwaukie High School art instructor Lori Moe-Burgener and her students and Madelaine Bohl of the Milwaukie Historical Society.

Milwaukie Historical Mural on September 27, 2008

Supporters and contributors included the Regional Arts and Cultural Council, the Historic Milwaukie Neighborhood Association, the Island Station Neighborhood Association, the Milwaukie Downtown Development Association, the City of Milwaukie, Milwaukie Lumber and the Ledding Library.

Milwaukie Historical Mural on September 27, 2008

The artists were Larry Kangas, Trenton Carpenter, Sadie McCarthy, Bonnie Chasteen, Mike Reilly, Kevin Palan, Christina Iggulden, Jarod Roberts, Becky Weston, Lisa Linder, Lori Moe-Burgener and Melissa Boetcher, Lisa Boetcher and Lois Harris (daughter, mother and grandmother respectively).

Milwaukie Historical Mural on September 27, 2008

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Milwaukie #18: Dogwood Park

Geese at Dogwood Park on September 27, 2008

Dogwood Park is a small park at the south end of downtown Milwaukie that borders Kellogg Creek/Lake. This picture shows a group of Canadian Geese in Dogwood Park.

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Milwaukie #17: Saint Stephans Serbian Orthodox Church

11447 SE 27th Avenue

Saint Stephans Serbian Orthodox Church on September 27, 2008

Saint Stephens Serbian Orthodox Church is another Milwaukie church. It's not clear how old the church building is, but it certainly has a classic look.

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Milwaukie #16: St. John the Baptist Catholic Church

10955 SE 25th Avenue

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church on September 27, 2008

The tall spire of the St. John the Baptist Catholic Church can be seen from quite a distance.

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church on September 27, 2008

The church was designed by Stearns, Mention, and Morris AIA and was built in 1966.

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church on September 27, 2008

This building replaced an earlier church that stood across 25th Avenue.

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church on September 27, 2008

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church on September 27, 2008

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Milwaukie #15: Ledding Library & Scott Park

10660 SE 21st Avenue

Ledding Library on September 27, 2008

Alfred Lewelling established Milwaukie's first library in 1889 in Thomas Larkin's law office at the southeast corner of Main and Washington Streets. The office soon burned, and other locations for the library included the pharmacy and city hall. In 1961, Mrs. Florence Ledding, stepdaughter of Seth Lewelling, bequeathed her home at 21st & Harrison to the city of Milwaukie for use as a Library named after herself and her husband Herman F. Ledding, who were both attorneys. She also donated $5,000 for books plus more than 3,000 books from their own collection. Through a $150,000 bond in 1963 the home was remodeled and an addition built. The grand opening of the Ledding Library was held on Sunday, January 17, 1965.

Peake Fountain at Ledding Library on September 27, 2008

A fountain in memory of Silas F. & Eva M. Peake landscaped by John Herbst, Jr. was part of the 1965 dedication. This sculpture by Lee Kelly was commissioned by the Peake family in 1972.

Peake Fountain at Ledding Library on September 27, 2008

By 1982 the fountain had been heavily vandalized and was removed and stored. In 2006, it was restored and placed in front of the library. The stonework is engraved with donors' names.

Peake Fountain Plaques on September 27, 2008

THIS FOUNTAIN IN LOVING MEMORY OF SILAS F. AND EVA M. PEAKE DEDICATED 1965

LANDSCAPING BY JOHN HERBST, JR. 1965 FOUNTAIN SCULPTED BY LEE KELLY 1972 GROUNDS DEDICATED NOVEMBER 1, 1975

Peake Fountain at Ledding Library on September 27, 2008

In Appreciation For Making
This Project Possible
The City of Milwaukie
The Friends of Ledding Library

Willie Miller Kelly Somers Grady Wheeler

Jack Perry Mike Swanson Nancy Wittig

SEPTEMBER 2006

Peake Fountain at Ledding Library on September 27, 2008

Milwaukie City Council
2006

Mayor James Bernard

Deborah Barnes Joe Loomis

Carlotta Collette Susan Stone

Scott Park Plaque on September 27, 2008

Behind Ledding Library is Scott Park, named for pioneer Milwaukie farmers Richard & Hannah Scott, who once owned property from Harrison Street north to the Multnomah County boundary, raising cattle and goats, and growing an orchard of various fruit trees.

Scott Park on September 27, 2008

From 1965 to 1975 landscaping, benches, a sundial & amphitheater were donated by community groups.

Landscaping at Ledding Library on September 27, 2008

Amphitheater at Ledding Library on September 27, 2008

Sundial at Ledding Library on September 27, 2008

Landscaping Plaque at Ledding Library on September 27, 2008

MILWAUKIE LEDDING LIBRARY
LANDSCAPING DONATIONS

MEMORIALS TO	MILWAUKIE GROUPS
MRS. TERESA BLACKBURN MRS. AUGUSTA HARE MISS NAOMI HART MRS. EMERALD WALDRON	ARDENWALD MOTHERS CLUB ARDENWALD P.T.A. AMERICAN LEGION POST 180 FRIENDS OF LEDDING LIBRARY
GARDEN CLUBS	JAYCEES
ARDENWALD BATTIN MAPLEHURST MILWAUKIE OAK GROVE WICHITA	MILWAUKIE GRAMMAR P.T.A. MILWAUKIE HIGH P.T.A. MILWAUKIE JR HIGH P.T.A. PARK AND BEAUTIFICATION COMM ROTARY WELCOME WAGON CLUB

1965

HAROLD MILLER                              RAY WILLIS STUDENTS - SABIN SKILL CENTER

1975

Amphitheater Plaque at Ledding Library on September 27, 2008

AMPHITHEATER

IN MEMORY
OF

ELLEN J.
"NELL"
MARTIN

Bench Plaque at Ledding Library on September 27, 2008

BENCHES....                  

"COME, REST AWHILE
BESIDE THE STREAM
AND
WHEN YOU LEAVE
- TAKE A BOOK"

IN LOVING MEMORY
OF
AETNA AND
ZENAS OLSON

Sundial Plaque at Ledding Library on September 27, 2008

PLANTINGS
AND SUNDIAL

DEDICATED
TO

CARE AND ENJOYMENT
OF THE
BEAUTIES OF NATURE

MILWAUKIE
GARDEN CLUB
1975

Measure Fountain Bench on September 27, 2008

In March 1978, a fountain was presented by Lewis & Alice Measure. By 2007 the fountain had been shut down for years and was deteriorating, and the stone wall that was part of it had become a nuisance. The fountain was removed and on April 26, 2008 this bench was dedicated in its place.

Measure Fountain Plaque on September 27, 2008

FOUNTAIN PRESENTED
BY

LEWIS & ALICE MEASURE

AN EXPRESSION OF OUR
WARMEST & DEEPEST AFFECTION
FOR
MILWAUKIE, OREGON

MARCH 1978

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Milwaukie #14: Lacey’s Bomber Restaurant

13515 SE McLoughlin Boulevard

Lacey’s Bomber Restaurant on September 27, 2008

The Bomber was a Portland area landmark: a B-17G Flying Fortress that has been here since 1947, originally sheltering a 40-pump gas station.

Lacey’s Bomber Restaurant on September 27, 2008

After local pilot and gas station owner Art Lacey accepted a $5 bet that he couldn't install such a plane over his station, he spent $13,750 to purchase this war-surplus Flying Fortress (one of the last built; the war ended before it could be put into service) and flew it from Oklahoma to Oregon.

Lacey’s Bomber Restaurant on September 27, 2008

The Bomber was installed over the gas station in 1947, and a Drive In was added in 1948.

Lacey’s Bomber Restaurant on September 27, 2008

The gas station closed in 1991, and the B-17 has been under restoration since 1996.

B-17 Turret at Lacey’s Bomber Restaurant on July 27, 2008

The Bomber has its own World War II museum, which contains a gun turret and the restored nose section of the B-17.

B-17 Nose at Lacey’s Bomber Restaurant on July 27, 2008

Restoration of the cockpit section began in Aurora, Oregon, with plans to put sections on display as they were restored until all sections were complete and the plane could be fully reassembled.

Lacey’s Bomber Restaurant Sign on September 27, 2008

In August 2014, the B-17 was removed from its pedestal and moved to Salem for a complete restoration to flying condition.

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Milwaukie #13: Milwaukie Cinema

11011 SE Main Street

Milwaukie Cinema on September 27, 2008

The Milwaukie Cinema was built in 1945 as the Victory Theater, on the site of the former Woodsmen of the World hall which burned in 1910. The Milwaukie Cinema’s address is on Main Street, as the Victory Theater's original entrance was on the corner, but the current entrance fronts on Jefferson Street. It is currently owned and operated by Electric Castles Wunderland.

Historical Photo:
Victory Theater, August 1985 (American Classic Images)

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Milwaukie #12: Riverfront Park

Riverfront Park on September 27, 2008

Milwaukie sits on the eastern bank of the Willamette River.

Riverfront Park on September 27, 2008

Milwaukie’s riverfront was once lined with lumber mills, grist mills and shingle mills.

Riverfront Park on September 27, 2008

A log dump survived here until the late 1990s.

Riverfront Park on September 27, 2008

The City of Milwaukie purchased the waterfront property and removed the remaining buildings in 2000.

Riverfront Park on September 27, 2008

Today the shore is occupied by Riverfront Park and boat launch.

Reverend Peter John DeSmet Monument on September 27, 2008

Riverfront Park includes a monument that seems to predate the park itself by many years. This monument was placed by the Willamette Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution in 1937 in honor of Reverend Peter John DeSmet, a Roman Catholic missionary pioneer in the Pacific Northwest.

Reverend Peter John DeSmet Plaque on September 27, 2008

THE REV. PETER JOHN DeSMET, S.J.
PEACE MAKER
1801 - 1873
NEAR THIS SPOT PASSED FATHER DeSMET,
JESUIT MISSIONARY TO THE INDIANS.
HIS LOVING FAITH AND BOUNDLESS COURAGE
HELPED ESTABLISH COURAGE
IN THE OREGON COUNTRY

WILLAMETTE CHAPTER D.A.R. 1937

Trashcan at Riverfront Park on September 27, 2008

At the boat launch is this trashcan, which was donated by Chere M. Sandusky in April 1986 to honor her parents, Mr. & Mrs. Howard James Griffiths.

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Milwaukie #11: Milwaukie City Hall

10722 SE Main Street

Milwaukie City Hall on September 27, 2008

Milwaukie didn't have a City Hall building until this one was built on the site of the first school in Milwaukie and dedicated in July, 1938.

Milwaukie City Hall on September 27, 2008

It was designed by Joseph H. Anderson in the Half Modern style and was constructed as a Works Progress Administration (WPA) project.

Milwaukie City Hall on September 27, 2008

City Hall originally housed the police and fire departments, the municipal court, and the public library.

Milwaukie City Hall on September 27, 2008

In the entry is a marble list of area residents who lost their lived in World War II from the Milwaukie Kiwanis Club.

WWII Memorial at Milwaukie City Hall on September 27, 2008

DEDICATED TO THE MEN AND WOMEN
OF THIS COMMUNITY WHO SERVED
OUR COUNTRY DURING WORLD WAR II
IN MEMORY

OWEN R. BAUSERMAN TALBOT S. BENNETT JACK L. BROWN MICHAEL R. BURKE GORDON L. CARNEY ANTONIO J. GOLARCO WILLIAM P. CONROY LAUREN G. COOK GORDON L. CRITESER JOSEPH P. DERWEY GEORGE DUNIGAN MARK E. ESTES TED B. FISCH GENE H. FOIDEL WILLIAM H. GEIL JR. WILLIAM A. HOGUE JACK C. JAMISON NORMAN W. JENSEN LOUIS B. KEARNS WENDELL F. KENT GEORGE KERR ROBERT P. KRONBERG ROBERT A. LANDSTROM

JACK N. LEVY CHESLA A. LEWIS JOHN R. MALAY THOMAS J. MALOY RALPH L. MOSHER GEORGE T. MURPHY OSCAR R. NEWTON NORMAN M. ROSS ROBERT D. RUSSELL REMUS L. SEELBINDER JAMES E. SHERWOOD ALFRED O. SPOR JOHN STEIN JR. ROBERT STEIN WILLIAM A. STOCHOSKY RANDALL A. TOWNSLEY RICHARD V. UMPHREY CARL J. UNTINEN MARVIN R. WALKER ROBERT L. WHERRY DAVID L. WRIGHT KENNETH WRIGHT

PRESENTED BY
MILWAUKIE KIWANIS CLUB

Memorial Stone at Milwaukie City Hall on September 27, 2008

In front of the Milwaukie City Hall is a Memorial Stone with four plaques on it in honor of Milwaukie's founding pioneers and the city's first council.

Memorial Stone Plaque on September 27, 2008

1847                                             1947

      THIS MARKER IS PLACED IN THIS LOCATION HONORING
HENDERSON LUELLING AND HIS SON, ALFRED, WHO LEFT
IOWA IN THE SPRING OF 1847 WITH A NURSERY STOCK
CONSISTING OF APPROXIMATELY 700 GRAFTED FRUIT
TREES, BERRIES AND SHRUBBERY PLANTED IN AN OPEN
WAGON. THEY ARRIVED IN THE WILLAMETTE VALLEY
ON NOVEMBER 17, 1847.
      ON FEBRUARY 5, 1848 HENDERSON LUELLING SETTLED
ON HIS D.L.C. WHERE HE SET OUT HIS TRAVELING NURSERY
A MILE NORTHWEST OF THIS POINT.

Memorial Stone Plaque on September 27, 2008

HONORING MILWAUKIE'S FOUNDERS

ALFRED LUELLING                                   1847
SETH LEWELLING                                     1851
JOSEPH H. LAMBERT                                1850

ESTABLISHED THE FIRST FRUIT INDUSTRIES
ON THE PACIFIC COAST

Memorial Stone Plaque on September 27, 2008

HONORING MILWAUKIE'S FOUNDERS

INDUSTRIES
LOT WHITCOMB                                    1847
JOSEPH KELLOGG                                  1847
SAW MILL            FLOUR MILL            BOAT BUILDING

EDUCATION
HECTOR CAMPBELL                                1849
FIRST SCHOOL TEACHER

Memorial Stone Plaque on September 27, 2008

IN HONOR OF
MILWAUKIE'S FIRST COUNCIL, 1903

WILLIAM SHINDLER, MAYOR

COUNCIL
OWEN J. ROBERTS, CHM.        CASPER KERR
GOTTLIEB KELLER        JAMES H. REID
F. H. LECHLER,  RECORDER
CHARLES McCANN,  TRESURER
JESS A. KECK,  MARSHAL

-  -  -

PRESENTED BY
THE CITY COUNCIL OF 1953

Milwaukie City Hall on September 27, 2008

Fireman Warren Nott Plaque on September 27, 2008

Next to the overhead doors is a plaque from the Milwaukie Fire Department dated February 5, 1956 in memory of fireman Warren Nott, "who gave his life that others may live."

Milwaukie City Seal at City Hall on September 27, 2008

Embedded in the sidewalk at the corner of SE Main and Harrison adjacent to City Hall is the Milwaukie City Seal.

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Milwaukie #10: Milwaukie Junior High School

2300 SE Harrison Street

Milwaukie Junior High School on September 27, 2008

This building opened in November 1936 as the new Milwaukie Junior High School. The Georgian Revival style brick building was built as a Works Progress Administration (WPA) project and was designed by federally-employed architect L.L. Dougan with resident architect Walter E. Kelly.

Milwaukie Junior High School on September 27, 2008

The building replaced an earlier school, which was located across the street on the current site of the Milwaukie City Hall.

Milwaukie Junior High School on September 27, 2008

The building is located on a 7.2-acre parcel intersected by Spring Creek, which continues to flow under 21st Avenue to the north end of downtown.

Milwaukie Junior High School on September 27, 2008

The building’s Georgian-style elements include the bilateral symmetry of the façade, brick construction, low-pitched hip roof, small-paned rectangular windows, porthole windows, eave returns, quoins, and round-headed door openings with fanlights.

Portland Waldorf School Sign on September 27, 2008

The Milwaukie Junior High School was renovated in 1978. After the 2002 school year, the Milwaukie Junior High School Building was vacated and sold to the Portland Waldorf School (established 1982).

Portland Waldorf School Plaza on September 27, 2008

This plaza features a flagpole & a stone from Christopher Schaefer from the Dedication to the Portland Waldorf School from September 2002 reading:

May this school be dedicated to the love and education of children.

May it nourish them and foster in them a love of truth, beauty and goodness.

May it help them become free, creative, moral human beings.

I ask the spirits of strength, light and soul to help that it be so.

Portland Waldorf School Monument on September 27, 2008

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