NEWPORT OREGON NYE BEACH Pacific Ocean, Aerial, Farm, Horse Wagon, THOMAS c 1910

Description: Newport is a city in Lincoln County, Oregon, that was incorporated in 1882, though the name dates to the establishment of a post office in 1868. The area was originally home to the Yacona Native Americans, whose history can be traced back at least 3000 years. White settlers began homesteading the area in 1864. The town was named by Sam Case, who also became the first postmaster. Situated on the Pacific Ocean coast west of the Coast Range, Newport has the advantage of a major bay. Freshwater and saltwater fishing flourished in the early years and continue to provide a livelihood for the largest commercial fishing fleet in Oregon. oregonincyclopdeia From the late 1800s, the public came by train from the Willamette Valley to Yaquina City and the took a ferry to the bayfront area of Newport, where hotels and commercial activity took place. Tourists then either stayed on the bayfront or walked via a wooden boardwalk built in 1891 to the Nye Beach area where cottages and an area were established catering to the resort life. From 1910 to 1912, the area experienced a growth spurt. The Nicolai Hotel, the New Cliff House (now the Sylvia Beach Hotel), and the popular Natatorium which featured a theater, dance hall and swimming pool, were all built-in 1912. In 1913, the building now housing the “Yaquina Art Association” was built as a bathhouse for visitors. It included changing rooms for men and women as well as a large rock fireplace. Today, the historic neighborhood retains the charms of its history in a warm, friendly village atmosphere of shops, lodging, restaurants and galleries. This card, published by “A.L. Thomas, Newport”, chronicles the are o “Nye Beach, Newport Ore” c 1910 from a hillside above the village. It is in good condition with minor wear and a clean, clear image and reverse. The colors on the card may vary due to the scanner settings and screen projections.Unless otherwise noted, I use Wikipedia, Playle's and Metropostcard for research and try to be as accurate as possible. Corrections appreciated. If this your card, it will be mailed promptly upon receipt of payment...... Free Shipping WorldWide.Thank you for your interest and I hope that I can help you with your collection..... Life and History on a Card",,,,Visit My eBay Store: HartsCardCart

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