It is bounded by douglas county on the north and east, by curry county on the south, and the pacific ocean on the west. Historical and genealogical research sources for oregons south. History of coos county, new hampshire internet archive. The world is proud to partner with the coos history museum, the bandon historical museum and our readers on a new hardcover pictorial history book, coos. Biographies index in coos county oregon genealogy trails. After retiring from law enforcement, jensen began studying the history of local law enforcement and has authored two books. Coos county, oregon genealogy genealogy familysearch wiki. Other stunning and historic images of the santa clara, coos countys maritime and logging traditions, community celebrations, and much more can be found in the new pictorial history book, coos county memories. An oral and folk history of upper glenn creek, coos county, oregon youst, lionel on. World war i draft registration cards, 19171918 coos county source. After page 425 there are four more 425s with suffixes 1,2,3,4.
The executions and lynchings of coos county, oregon 18541925, provides a detailed account of the hangings in the county. The coos bay estuary is a semienclosed, elongated series of sloughs and tidewater streams that drains approximately 825 square miles of southern oregons rugged coast range. Guide to coos county, oregon ancestry, family history, and genealogy birth. The county was named for the coos tribe of native americans who lived in the region coos county is bordered by douglas county northeast, curry county south. Coos county was created by the territorial legislature from parts of umpqua, and jackson counties on december 22, 1853. This heirloomquality coffeetable book offers a glimpse of coos county from the early years to 1939 through stunning and historic photos. The pioneer history of coos and curry counties oregon by orvil dodge is now searchable within accessible archives. Coos county coos county was created by the territorial legislature from parts of umpqua and jackson counties in 1853 and included curry county until 1855. The west includes local histories from alaska, california, colorado, hawaii, idaho, montana, nevada, oregon, utah, washington, and wyoming.
This book will be used for marketing the big blue book and to sell content for other projects. Southern oregon is a unique and historically important region for many reasons. The group is also fundraising to build a new museum near downtown coos bay. The county was named for the coos tribe of native americans who lived in the region coos county is bordered by douglas county northeast, curry county south coos county cities and towns include myrtle point, north bend, powers, bandon, coos bay, coquille, lakeside. In order to participate in 4h fair activities, youth must enroll in 4h by february 1 st. Coos bay discovered in our storage just a few copies of these books nine copies of coos county memories. Limited number of coos county history books available. Aug 11, 2014 the pioneer history of coos and curry counties oregon by orvil dodge is now searchable within accessible archives. Boundary adjustments with curry county in 1855 and 1872 and douglas county in 1882, 1951 and 1983 resulted in the present county which has an area of 1,629 square miles. This volume can be found in american county histories. Address coos county courthouse 250 n baxter street coquille, or 97423 phone.
Through this site coos county residents can browse and access the. John jacob astor and thomas jeffersons lost pacific e. Historical and genealogical research sources for oregons. Original book entitled oregon county history this book was originally published in the late 80s by the oregon county historical society. Coos county, oregon was created on december 22, 1853 from umpqua county and jackson county. Published 1982 376 pages, hard cover, family histories and county data. Inside, an extensive collection of antique logging equipment and rare photographs celebrate the rich history of logging in the area. Coos county library service district is the proud founding member of coastline libraries. List of pensioners on the roll january 1, 1883 coos county, oregon source. This is the official web site for coos county, and coos county does not authorize any other web site to act or speak on behalf of coos county, nor does coos county authorize the use of its logos by anyone else or on any other web site, blog or. For much of its history since the 1850s, the area has been notable for the huge volume of lumber shipped to world markets.
Visit the coos bay librarys oregon collection to learn about local history in. The coos historical and maritime museum is a nonprofit with a mission of enhancing the intellectual, civic, and cultural life of oregons south coast by facilitating awareness of local history. The coos county pioneer and historical society was founded in 1891. Pioneer history of coos and curry county, oregon dodge, orvil on. Curry county, oregon, was created from the southern part in 1855. Has all the text entered and the images are being placed. Coos history museum your south coast adventure starts here. If you have questions regarding the site, please contact the webmaster. The coos history museum is inviting you, the members of coos county, to share your covid19 stories and experiences with us and your fellow community members.
Learn about important events in oregon history, the unique oregon wine history, and many other aspects of its life and culture. Welcome to our coos county family history research page. The state government also has a website on coos county at the oregon blue book pages. For much of its history since the 1850s, the area has been notable for.
Coos bay, oregon images of america series by andie e. The unincorporated towns and communities of coos county. The city borders the city of north bend, and together they are often referred to as one entity called either coos baynorth bend or oregon s bay area. The world is proud to partner with the coos history museum, the bandon historical museum and our readers on a new hardcover pictorial history book, coos county memories. Coos county registry of deeds 55 school street, suite 103 lancaster, new hampshire 03584 tel. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books. Create a free family tree county biographies baker county scenic images arcweb. Free records for family researching in coos county oregon. Oregon history project history of southern oregon comprising jackson, josephine, douglas, curry and coos counties 1884 source.
The coos county fairgrounds are located in myrtle point, oregon. Mar 17, 2018 civilian conservation corps in coos county pdf from 1933 to 1942, civilian conservation corps ccc enrollees in coos countys seven camps spent their summers fighting forest fires and building the trails, roads, and lookout towers that would provide quicker detection of fires and make them easier to contain. Coos county was created by the territorial legislature from parts of umpqua and jackson counties in 1853 and included curry. Southern oregon history collection southern oregon. Oregon blue book cities bandon coos bay coquille county seat lakeside myrtle point north bend powers. Internet archive bookreader history of coos county, new hampshire. The rights to republish the content and a library of congress designation has been secured to. In 1899, the society published orville dodges a pioneer history of coos and curry counties, which is still a standard. Here youll find record collections, history, and genealogy resources to help you trace your coos county ancestors. American state, county, and town sources, third ed.
Historical and genealogical research sources for oregon s south coast prepared by steven greif, coos county historical society 2018 for additions or edits to this guide, please contact the coos history museum in coos bay introduction the following information is intended to be a general, preliminary guide for those. She is honored to have worked closely with the coos county historical and maritime museum. Authors book signing, and coquilles history june 6. An oral and folk history of upper glenn creek, coos county, oregon. Dec 31, 2019 the coos bay estuary is a semienclosed, elongated series of sloughs and tidewater streams that drains approximately 825 square miles of southern oregon s rugged coast range. Buried away in oregon courthouses and archives everywhere are the ambitions and frustrations of countless oregon residents. The book contains scores of verbatim interviews from the survivors and their. Coos county, oregon genealogy trails history group. Census this document is a typewritten transcript of the 1860 schedule of free inhabitants in coos countys coquille precinct. Biographies biographies in the pioneer history of coos and curry counties, or pub. Coos libraries coastline coos county library service district.
Days later, arsonists lit the wreck ablaze, leaving what remained to be broken up by the surf. Coos county and the cities coos bay and north bend. Civilian conservation corps in coos county pdf from 1933 to 1942, civilian conservation corps ccc enrollees in coos countys seven camps spent their summers fighting forest fires and building the trails, roads, and lookout towers that would provide quicker detection of fires and make them easier to contain. Appears in 203 books from 18452001 page 423 an act to appropriate the proceeds of the sales of the public lands, and to grant preemption rights, approved september 4, 1841, and also the five per centum of the net proceeds of the sales of the public lands, to which this state shall become entitled on her admission into the union if. Coos bays population as of the 2010 census was 15,967 residents, making it the most populous. Human activity in southern oregon was conditioned over centuries by geology, climatic zones, topography, natural resources, and, since the 1800s, remoteness from the urban centers of commerce and government of the willamette valley. Internet archive history of southern oregon source.
Our covid19 story for more information, and our new facebook page to share your stories. Historical and genealogical research sources for oregons south coast prepared by steven greif, coos county historical society 2018 for additions or edits to this guide, please contact the coos history museum in coos bay introduction the following information is intended to be a general, preliminary guide for those. The county seat was empire city until 1896, when it was moved to coquille. Oregon county history book summary reprint limited copies. Coos libraries coastline coos county library service. In the mid 1970s the dept of revenue produced new maps for coos county and set up our tax lot books to show the ownership history from that point forward. The city borders the city of north bend, and together they are often referred to as one entity called either coos baynorth bend or oregons bay area. Researchers frequently overlook the great importance of coos county court, probate, and land records data as a useful resource of ancestry and genealogy information. The coos county web site is managed by the information technology department. Coos county history coos county, named for the indian word for pines, cohos, encompasses the entire northern section of the state, covering 1,804 square miles, 20% of the land area of the state of new hampshire. Through this site coos county residents can browse and access the digital resources we offer and search our catalog, place holds, etc. Coos county oregon history 1800 to present old newspapers. Pioneer history of coos and curry counties in oregon.
Atsixiis is a city located in coos county, oregon, united states, where the coos river enters coos bay on the pacific ocean. In order to participate in 4h fair activities, youth must enroll in 4h by february 1. Dont forget to write your name and club on the front. Oregon county history book project oregon county mo. Coos county fair july 2125, 2020 concert nights and carnival lights the county fair is a major activity for 4h members because it gives them the opportunity to exhibit what theyve learned in their project areas during the 4h year. The second author, andie jensen, has written many books about the history of the south coast. The official website of the oregon secretary of state list of books used as reference in the creation of the blue book.
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