A Pioneer's Search for an Ideal Home
By Phoebe Goodell Judson, Originally Published 1925
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An account of Phoebe and Holden Judson's early travels from Ohio to Washington
Territory in 1853. Their rugged journey is described in vivid detail based
on diary entries and her own recollections. It's a classic pioneering account
which covers the trials of wagon train travel and the difficulty of finding
a permanent settlement in the Northwest. The Judson's eventually took up
land in a remote area along the Nooksack River, founding the town of Lynden.
History of Whatcom County, Washington, Vols. 1
and 2
By Lottie Roeder Roth, Published 1926
• Volume 1
is a comprehensive historical look at earliest Whatcom County including
such topics as settlements, government, and pioneer activities. Broken into
eight parts, the volume also covers wartime history, local industry, women's
clubs, origins of names, and more. Volume 2 covers specific individuals
on a biographical basis. Many are prominent people or in some way influential
in early County development.
Nooksack Tales and Trails-Historical Stories of
Whatcom County, Washington
By Percival R. Jeffcott, Published 1949
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As the title suggests, the book is a collection of historical events and
stories spanning the years 1848 to 1895. Information includes the Northwest
Boundary survey, Nooksack Indians, the Gold Rush of 1858 and the Whatcom
Trail, early settlers, Ferndale's beginnings, the Telegraph Road, early
Birch Bay, cougar tales, and many other stories.
The Fourth Corner-Highlights from the Early Northwest
By Lelah Jackson Edson, Published 1968
• A chronological series of
true stories of Northern Puget Sound and nearby waters, mostly before the
railroads were completed. The tribulations of some of the area's earliest
settlers are detailed. Includes stories about pioneer women and men, Fort
Bellingham, the first ascent of Mount Baker in 1868, early schools, coal
mines, roads, railroads and more.
Tales of Ten Mile-1888 to 1940
By Louise Johnson, Published 1981
• Louise
Myers Johnson examines her personal history starting with her grandparents,
and how she came to be born at Ten Mile, in Whatcom County. Her rich recollections
are full of detail about rural life in Whatcom County during the early part
of this century, recorded with insight and humor. She also takes a look
at social mores of the day.
The Saxon Story
By Marie Hamel Royer, Published 1982
• A collection
of stories about the first settlers in the South Fork valley, specifically
the Saxon area, from the 1880's to the beginning of World War II. Includes
personal interviews with descendents of pioneers, early census and selected
cemetery records. Covers methods of travel for the day, communications,
economics, schools, recreation and social activities. Filled with facts
and a look at life during those times.
• A look at
the early history of the Mount Baker region starting with the first ascent
of the mountain in 1866. The author covers Mount Baker's early history, prospectors
and pioneers, mountaineering activities and clubs, the parks, roads and resorts,
accidents and rescues, the early Mount Baker Marathons, and the establishment
of Mount Baker National Park. Historic photos and illustrations complement
the text.
Reflections from the Heart of a Small Community
By the Maple Falls Memory Book Committee, Published 1999
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This 204 page book is "A Collection of Photos and Memories" about the Mount
Baker Foothills and Maple Falls Schools from 1889-1999. It's a collaborative
effort that follows the chronological development of these schools and the
area though photographs and personal recollections. Stories, photos, facts
and memorabilia are intertwined in an interesting format.
The Brothels of Bellingham-A Short History of Prostitution
in Bellingham, WA
By Curtis F. Smith, D.D.S., Published 2004
• Local
dentist, Curtis F. Smith, fills a hole in Bellingham's historical record
about a topic not usually accorded much historical significance. During
Bellingham's first 80 years, prostitution was an industry with regulations
and was often tolerated. It was said, "You could get a glass of gin, a tattoo
and a social disease, all within one block." A well-written and entertaining
read that sheds light on an unspoken aspect of Bellingham's early years.
This
compilation of stories and images chronicles the history of the Bellingham
Fire Department. A wealth of photographs depict the department's earliest
days involving bucket brigades and hose companies followed by later images
of modern equipment and personnel. Department members and associated staff
provided research, organized materials, and contributed writing skills for
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