Robert (Bob) Bell, Sr., Interview
Document Type
Book
Interviewer
Krueger, Frederick
Contributor
Suncadia (Resort), Suncadia Fund for Community Enhancement
Files
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Description
Robert Bell, Sr. (b. 1887 in Hudson Bay, New York), arrived in Cle Elum, Washington, in 1888. Bob Bell describes gardening, fishing, and trapping, noting in particular Native American activities in the area. He describes coal mining in Roslyn, the mine explosions of 1892 and 1909, the Western Miners strike of 1934, and efforts by the Knights of Labor. He speaks about fisheries and hatcheries, and Native American fishing rights. He describes local businesses, recreation, and logging.
The cover image shows Bob Bell and two women standing before the entrance of the Norris Cabin near Salmon la Sac, Washington, circa 1925.
Publication Date
6-28-1972
Recommended Citation
Bell, Robert Sr., "Robert (Bob) Bell, Sr., Interview" (1972). Roslyn, Cle Elum, and Ronald Oral History Interviews. 5.
https://digitalcommons.cwu.edu/roslyn_history/5
Subject
Oral history, Roslyn (Wash.), Coal mining, Fishing--Washington (State)
Rights
Educational use only; no other permissions given. Copyright to this resource is held by the content creator, author, artist or other entity, and is provided here for educational purposes only. It may not be reproduced or distributed in any format without written permission of the copyright owner.
Language
English