The true story of a timberman and his family in the heyday of Northwest logging. The Day the Falls Died. Sam wrote two books, Big Sam. Describing his formative years growing up in isolated lumber camps. He also published a series of short stories, called Say It Again, Sam. The Day the Falls Died.

The Journey of a Lifetime. Was born in Sunnyside, Washington, on November 6, 1918, at the height of the Influenza pandemic. From the top of a long life of 95 Years, my little book captures the glow and flow of life as it bumps along through two World Wars, a depression, child birth and old age. I used my diaries, my photo albums, memories and Wikipedia to put this memoir together. Each of the three versions of.

Interesting one day trips around Astoria, Oregon. In the northwest corner of the United States, is the Gem of the Columbia. Sam and Dorothy Churchill spent 17 years of retirement in Astoria and took frequent day trips around the region. In 1977, Dorothy was invited by The Daily Astorian. Newspaper to write up these trips, from the eyes of a new resident. These one-day excursions explore both hidden and well known treasures. Check with the Astoria Chamber of Commerce. Also has an excellent guided tour.

A collection of tales by noted Northwest historan Roscoe Sheller. The 1st Transcontental Car Race. Oscoe Sheller, a popular NW historian, left an unpublished collection of stories that put you in the saddle with pioneers such as Ben Snipes, NW Cattle King, Indian agent Nathan Olney, and numerous characters across the Northwest. 8211; Dorothy Churchill, daughter of Roscoe Sheller.