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  Oregon.com - Oregon City, Oregon
Oregon City was incorporated in 1844, the first incorporated city west of the Rocky Mountains, as the number of immigrants was growing and Oregon City boasted 75 buildings.
Oregon Territory was officially created in 1848 and Oregon City was designated as the Territory’s first capital, an honor it held until the capital was moved to Salem in 1852.
Oregon City’s position as the hub of the Territory declined in the 1850s as the capital was moved to Salem and Portland surpassed it as a population and shipping center.
www.oregon.com /towns/oregoncity/oregoncity.cfm   (1532 words)

  
 Oregon City
Oregon City, on the Willamette River, (North America's largest north-flowing river), is the first U.S. city incorporated west of the Mississippi, (North America's largest south-flowing river).
Established in 1829, and incorporated in 1844, Oregon City became the capitol of the Oregon Territory in 1849 and the chosen destination for early pioneers of the Oregon Trail.
Oregon City was the site of the only federal land office west of the Rockies, where settlers filed claims for the land they had been promised in the 1850 Donation Land Act.
oregoncity.com   (501 words)

  
 CATHOLIC ENCYCLOPEDIA: Oregon City
Includes that part of the state of Oregon west of the Cascade Mountains, being bounded on the east by the counties of Wasco, Crook, and Klamath.
On 24 July, 1846, the vicariate was transformed into a province comprising the Archdiocese of Oregon City and the Dioceses of Walla Walla and Vancouver's Island.
William H. Gross (consecrated Bishop of Savannah, 1873) was promoted to the archiepiscopal See of Oregon City, 1 February, 1885, and invested with the pallium in Portland by His Eminence Cardinal Gibbons 9 Oct. On his death 14 November, 1898, he was succeeded by the present archbishop.
www.newadvent.org /cathen/11293a.htm   (607 words)

  
 City Of Oregon City
Oregon City, located at the confluence of the Willamette and Clackamas Rivers in NW Oregon, is the oldest incorporated city west of the Rockies.
Established in 1829, Oregon City incorporated in 1844, and became the capitol of the Oregon Territory in 1849.
The city is rich in historical homes and buildings, and hosts several Interpretive Centers and Museums dedicated to celebrating the Pioneer spirit.
www.orcity.org   (126 words)

  
 VIA Online: Oregon City, Ore.: Weekend Escape
Oregon City was the coveted end of the trail, the land of milk and honey, and the land of, well, land.
Oregon City, site of the only federal land office west of the Rockies, was where the settlers filed claims for the 320 acres (640 acres for couples) they had been promised in the 1850 Donation Land Act.
The town boasts two comprehensive museums: the End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center, a wagon train-shaped structure that chronicles the pioneers' journey, and the Museum of the Oregon Territory, which shines a spotlight on the region's history prior to statehood in 1859.
www.viamagazine.com /weekenders/oregon_city04.asp   (773 words)

  
 The Oregon Trail: Oregon City   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-11)
Founded in 1842 near where the Willamette River flows into the Columbia River, Oregon City was the first territorial capital of Oregon.
Due to the great migrations along the trail, Oregon City grew rapidly as an economic center of the territory.
Today, the city is a suburb of the much larger city of Portland, Oregon.
www.historyglobe.com /ot/oregoncity.htm   (113 words)

  
 City Council / Profiles - Oregon, OH
Marge was elected to Oregon City Council in 1989 and served for four years.
She is serving as the Mayor of the City of Oregon being elected in November, 2001 and re-elected unopposed in 2005.
He is one of three city representatives to the Oregon on the Bay Regional Economic Development Foundation.
www.ci.oregon.oh.us /citycouncil/profile/profile.htm   (1163 words)

  
 Oregon City - Whitman Mission National Historic Site
Oregon City had the only judicial court and land office in the western United States.
Oregon City is also the town in which two men, Amos Lovejoy and Francis Pettygrove flipped a coin to decide what the new city north of them would be called.
Pettygrove was the winner of the coin toss, hence, the city of Portland was established, becoming a suburb of Oregon City.
www.nps.gov /whmi/educate/ortrtg/1or16.htm   (375 words)

  
 Oregon City Garbage Co.
Oregon City Garbage Company serves all of Oregon City and many unincorporated areas within Clackamas County.
You are also welcome to drop off your payment at the Oregon City Senior Center, 615 5th Street, Oregon City.
If you have weekly garbage service with Oregon City Garbage and are within the city limits or Urban Growth Boundary, you automatically have yard debris pick up services.
www.oregoncitygarbageco.com   (1285 words)

  
 Oregon City News
A two-alarm fire at an Oregon City assisted living facility forced the evacuation of all of its 79 residents Friday afternoon.
Oregon Libertarians are fighting for control of the state party, and now they're taking their battle to court.
The origin of a fire that ripped through a building in downtown Oregon City has been deemed 'suspicious' by fire investigators and the investigation has now been turned over to the Oregon City police.
www.topix.net /city/oregon-city-or   (718 words)

  
 End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center - Home   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-11)
Living history presentations, "Bound for Oregon", an experience in digital cinema, exhibits of artifacts and heirlooms from the trail and pioneer living activities provide a unique and one-of-a-kind experience.
Oregon City, by renowned local author and historian, Jim Tompkins is available for purchase!
The heART of Oregon is a benefit for Museum of the Oregon Territory sponsored by local artists.Beginning with a sumptuous dinner on FRIDAY FEB 2 at 6PM, the...
www.endoftheoregontrail.org   (267 words)

  
 Welcome to Oregon City, Oregon
Oregon City is the first incorporated city west of the Mississippi.
The End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center is located on Abernethy Green, at the end of the Oregon National Historic Trail.
The McLoughlin House is a Georgian style white clapboard house that was built in 1845-46 by Dr. John McLoughlin, known as the Father of Oregon.
www.el.com /To/OregonCity   (462 words)

  
 OregonLive.com: City Hall   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-11)
Oregon voters overwhelmingly approved term limits and campaign contribution limits in the 1990s, but the Oregon Supreme Court later struck down both measures.
Oregon voters rejected a measure requiring parents to be notified before their 15-, 16- and 17-year-old daughters get an abortion.
In Oregon, the battle was financed by largely financed by the well-known names in the abortion debate.
www.oregonlive.com /weblogs/cityhall   (2730 words)

  
 Oregon City Preschool
Oregon City Preschool is located at 718 6th St. in Oregon City.
Oregon City Preschool has been in its current location for over 40 years and has been teaching children since 1946.
We also encourage parents and children to grow together in the class through parent involvement throughout the year.
www.oregoncitypreschool.com /index.htm   (350 words)

  
 Oregon, Oregon Vacation, Oregon Travel and Oregon Tourism
Oregon Citylink is a area guide for all major cities in Oregon.
Oregon Citylink is a directory and area guide which includes the following: Lodging, attractions, local schools, restaurants, events, relocation, pet-friendly
Oregon Citylink offers a do-it-yourself vacation experience - a one-stop-shop experience which saves you time.
www.oregoncitylink.com   (384 words)

  
 Oregon City on the Oregon-Trail
This was the final stop in the 2000 mile long trail--Oregon City.
From Oregon City the emigrants fanned out in all directions to stake their claims and begin their new lives.
Theemigrants soon learned that the legend of Oregon was true.
www.isu.edu /~trinmich/Oregoncity.html   (169 words)

  
 Visit Historic Oregon City
It's a common mistake to assume that the Lewis and Clark Trail is the same as the Oregon Trail.
The members of OCTA have identified, marked, and ensured the preservation of many miles of overland emigrant trails in the western United States, but their work is a constant effort to stay ahead of the plows and bulldozers threatening to destroy the remnants of our shared history.
A common stopover for many of the earliest Oregon Trail emigrants, the Whitman Mission was the scene of a tragedy that sparked the Cayuse Indian War.
www.endoftheoregontrail.org /hist_oc.html   (849 words)

  
 Oregon City
Oregon City is located about 15 miles southeast of Portland, Oregon, and is the oldest incorporated city west of the Rockies.
The site of the center is often identified as the end of the Barlow Road portion of the Oregon Trail.
The Stevens Crawford House was owned by the original family until 1968 and contains much of the period furniture in the 15 rooms, including a working kitchen, living room, bedrooms, dining room and doll collection.
www.amtrakcascades.com /OregonCity.aspx   (296 words)

  
 Historic Oregon City - Home   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-11)
NEW HOURS FOR EOTIC The End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center will be closed Sundays and Mondays beginning October 17.
Oregon City Book Available for Purchase "Oregon City," by renowned local author and historian, Jim Tompkins is available for purchase!
The heART of Oregon is a benefit for Museum of the Oregon Territory sponsored by local artists.
www.historicoregoncity.org   (276 words)

  
 Oregon City School District #62   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-11)
1417 12th St. Oregon City, Oregon 97045 (503)785-8000
Staff: Technology Education Classes for Winter Quarter are now available.
Also, thanks to the Fred Meyer Foundation for their generous support of this program.
www.orecity.k12.or.us   (93 words)

  
 Absolute News Manager -
An historical note: the old reservoir was built about 1910 to serve Oregon City residents who had suffered disease by drinking from the Willamette River, water that contained untreated wastewater from the populated areas!
CLACKAMETTE COVE: As you’ve read in The Oregon City News and The Oregonian, the City is currently in a six-month due diligence period with Pacific Property Search to assess the feasibility of a $120 million mixed use development around Clackamette Cove.
LANDFILL: The City is a partner with the Parker Family and Park Place Development in their efforts to site a major development on the landfill.
maps.orcity.org /abs_news/templates/oc_index.asp?articleid=97&zoneid=1   (2816 words)

  
 The Oregon City News Ι News
Oregon City gets a snow day – several, in fact
A thick blanket of snow fell across Oregon City last Tuesday morning, snarling traffic and delighting schoolchildren who found themselves at liberty …
A daring youngster snowboards down the long staircase that leads from atop the cliff to the base of Oregon City's municipal elevator.
www.oregoncitynewsonline.com /news/index.php   (168 words)

  
 YourHighSchool.Com - Oregon City High School in Oregon City, OR
This site is for students and alumni of Oregon City High School in Oregon City, Oregon.
This site is not affiliated with Oregon City High School or the Oregon City School District in any manner.
This site is for reference and entertainment only, the information is provided by the users and updated by the users.
www.oregoncityhighschool.com   (172 words)

  
 City of Portland, Oregon
The City of Portland and The Americans With Disabilities Act
Commissioner Dan Saltzman and the City of Portland Office of Sustainable Development invite Portland-area businesses to apply for the BEST Awards.
City of Portland Announces Financial Incentives for Biofuels
www.portlandonline.com   (192 words)

  
 City of Corvallis, Oregon
The February issue of "the City" newsletter, which includes results of the 2006 Citizen Attitude Survey as a special insert, is now available.
Hard copies of the newsletter are located in all City buildings and on the Oregon State University campus outside of the Memorial Union, in the lower level of the Valley Library, and in the Kerr Administration Building (Student Information Office).
The City votes a tax of $25,000 for the new library building.
www.ci.corvallis.or.us   (220 words)

  
 Oregon City travel guide - Travel reviews on Oregon City, United States
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www.globosapiens.net /united-states-travel/Oregon/Oregon+City.html   (142 words)

  
 Cities of Oregon
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Welcome to the Oregon Cities Project, where all cities in Oregon have a place to have a website on the Internet for free.
www.oregoncities.us   (142 words)

  
 Oregon city prepares for DHS disaster test in 2007 - Washington Business Journal:
Oregon city prepares for DHS disaster test in 2007
Former Portland Mayor Vera Katz and Oregon Gov. Ted Kulongoski had applied to DHS in early 2004 to serve as a test site.
Oregon hopes to fund the drills with various Homeland Security grants targeted for local exercises, as well as corporate donors.
washington.bizjournals.com /washington/stories/2005/03/21/focus4.html   (878 words)

  
 Oregon City Apartments
To view all of our Oregon City apartment rentals, all you need to do is create a free Rent.com account.
In addition to helping you find apartments in Oregon City, Rent.com also offers a variety of moving services and moving advice.
From movers and moving quotes to boxes and storage, Rent.com has everything you need to make your move to Oregon City as simple as possible.
www.rent.com /rentals/oregon/portland-vancouver-and-vicinity/oregon-city   (293 words)

  
 Welcome to the City of Bend Oregon Website - Home Page
Located in Central Oregon at the eastern foothills of the Cascade Mountains, Bend is an energetic city with a fast growing population of over 75,290.
At an elevation of 3,625 feet, the city
Bend City Council meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month at 7:00 P.M. Please check agenda for meeting locations.
www.ci.bend.or.us   (283 words)

  
 Oregon City Church of Christ - Directions, Worship Times, and More...
Oregon City Church of Christ - Directions, Worship Times, and More...
The Oregon City church of Christ meets in Oregon City, OR, just a few miles off of I-205, and convenient to Multnomah county and Washington county.
Here you will find our worship schedule, directions to our building, special events that are coming up, ways to contact us for more information, and more.
www.oregoncitychurchofchrist.org   (160 words)

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