Diane L. Goeres-Gardner
As It Was ContributorDiane L. Goeres-Gardner began writing about little known aspects of Oregon history after retiring as a teacher and administrator. Her first book, "Necktie Parties, A History of Legal Executions in Oregon, 1851-1905," was published by Caxton Press in 2005. Since went on to write and have published four more books covering women's rights, the treatment of mental illness, and the history of Roseburg, Oregon. Goeres-Gardner passed away in December of 2017.
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Tragedy Stalks Christina Bruck, from Indian Slayings to Murder
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Spirituous Drink Leads to Tragic Death between Friends
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The Roseburg City Commercial Club staged its first Strawberry Festival in May of 1909 to showcase Roseburg’s business interests. The three-day event had…
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Legal authorities commonly use fingerprints today to identify and convict criminals. It wasn’t always so.In 1893 sheriff’s deputy J. K. Mount had the job…
