Major William A. Bentson photographic collection on the Lewis and Clark Exposition [graphic], 1905.

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Major William A. Bentson photographic collection on the Lewis and Clark Exposition [graphic], 1905.

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58 black and white photographs and 58 black and white negatives, 1905, of the Lewis and Clark Exposition in Portland, Oregon.

.04 cubic feet (58 photographs in 1 folder and 58 negatives)

Oregon Historical Society Research Library

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Bentson, William Allen 1918-

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Lewis and Clark Centennial Exposition (1905 : Portland, Or.)

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Officially titled the Lewis & Clark Centennial and American Pacific Exposition and Oriental Fair, the exposition was an international event celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Lewis and Clark expedition. It was held in Portland, Oregon, from June 1 to Oct. 15, 1905, and was designed to promote trade between the Pacific Northwest and Asia; to contribute to the wealth of Oregon through its forestry and agriculture; and to encourage the arts of the region. Planning began around 1901 and th...