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February 05, 2018

Isaac Butler A Special Brand Of Early Pioneer On The Tualatin Plains

February 05, 2018/ Ginny Mapes
Isaac Butler A Special Brand Of Early Pioneer  On The Tualatin Plains

Story by Ginny Mapes, Map by Robert L Benson

In October 1845, the young newlyweds, Isaac and Tabitha Butler, also arrived along with many others and started looking for land. It was wet, cold and rainy. His leather breeches so shrunk

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Tualatin Valley Tales

Join us as we open up the real stories of the people of the Tualatin Valley in Oregon; the real end of the Oregon Trail!  History serves little purpose if it is not regaled round campfires and coffees with its heroes, champions, and villains colorfully celebrated.  Together we will spark new interest and tell the tales of the place, the people, and the many adventures and struggles they had with a new generation and growing audience.

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We are constantly working to tell the story of Washington County, Oregon and the Tualatin Valley.   If you have any questions, would like to have us by for an oral History or site visit, or want to plug into our project and help please contact us!

Dirk Knudsen - Editor
503-799-8383
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Kole Knudsen - Content Creator
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