Title: The Oregon-American Lumber Company
First published: 2003
Description: "This is an illustrated history of the Oregon-American Lumber Company, during its heyday one of the most important lumber firms in the Pacific Northwest. Operating from 1922 until its closure in 1957, the company provides an illuminating example of the history of lumbering in the region, showing in detail both the opportunities and problems encountered by firms seeking to exploit the area's rich natural stands of Douglas fir.

The story is enhanced by the inclusion of 285 illustrations, most of which are previously unpublished, that depict logging, railroading, and sawmilling activities, and 17 period-specific maps that give the reader a unique perspective on the growth of the company.".

"The study is based on fifteen years of archival and on-the-ground research and draws heavily on the extensive collection of Oregon-American records, notably the correspondence files of Judd Greenman, the company president who conceived and executed most of the company's operating policies. It also includes, as sidebars, engaging oral histories related by employees, which enrich the text and provide a vivid contrast between management and employee viewpoints."--BOOK JACKET.
Subjects: History, Lumber trade, Oregon-American Lumber Company, American history, Forestry & related industries, History of specific subjects, Manufacturing industries, 20th century, History: American, Forest Industry Management, Business / Economics / Finance, USA, Industries - Agribusiness, Corporate & Business History - General, United States - State & Local - General, Business & Economics / Corporate History, Oregon
Places: Oregon
LC classification: HD9759.O74 K36 2003