Transactions of the Twenty-Fourth Annual Reunion of the Oregon Pioneer Association

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.

6" x 9" paperback book, bound with two staples along the left margin. The back cover is missing, and the page numbers stop at p.128. The front cover shows some discoloration and spotting.

Full Title: Transactions of the Twenty-Fourth Annual Reunion of the Oregon Pioneer Association for 1896; Containing the Annual Address by Hon. George H. Williams and the Occasional Address by Mrs. W.J. Plymale with Biographical Sketches and Other Matters of Historic Interest. 

This book presents the 1896 Transactions of the Oregon Pioneer Association's third 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.