Nov. 30, 2023

Episode 161 - Beneath the Pines: Toledo Cemetery in Toledo, Oregon

On this episode of "The Ordinary Extraordinary Cemetery" join Jennie as she journeys to the picturesque Toledo Cemetery in Lincoln County, Oregon to discover the history of this charming seven-acre resting place, founded in the 1880s by the generous donation of a local citizen. Uncover tales of early settlers, relocated graves, and the enduring spirit of a town shaped by lumber mills and a now vibrant arts community. Stroll through time and explore the Native American heritage that predates the European settlers and uncover the history of a population impacted by the dual forces of disease and conflict with the incoming settlers, revealing a poignant chapter in the tapestry of this Ordinary Extraordinary coastal Oregon community.

Show Notes

Resources used to research this episode include:
, Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians. "Our Heritage ." https://www.ctsi.nsn.us. www.ctsi.nsn.us/heritage/. Accessed 26 Nov. 2023.

, City Of Toledo. "History of Toledo." https://www.cityoftoledo.org. www.cityoftoledo.org/community/page/history-toledo. Accessed 26 Nov. 2023.

, Oregon Coast Visitors Association . "Toledo." https://visittheoregoncoast.com. visittheoregoncoast.com/cities/toledo/. Accessed 26 Nov. 2023.

, Toledo Oregon History Center. "Toledo Oregon ." https://toledooregonhistory.org/. toledooregonhistory.org/toledo-oregon/. Accessed 26 Nov. 2023.

, Tons Of Facts. "20 Interesting And Amazing Facts About Toledo, Oregon, United States ." http://tonsoffacts.com. 7 Nov. 2021. tonsoffacts.com/20-interesting-and-amazing-facts-about-toledo-oregon-united-states/. Accessed 26 Nov. 2023.

"Lincoln County Leader/Newport ." https://www.newspapers.com. 9 Nov. 1917. www.newspapers.com/image/47597117/?terms=C.%20B.%20Crosno%20death&match=1. Accessed 26 Nov. 2023.

"Lincoln County Leader/County News." https://www.newspapers.com. 25 Mar. 1910. www.newspapers.com/image/47625894/?terms=W.C.%20Copeland%20&match=18. Accessed 26 Nov. 2023.

"Lincoln County Leader/Clarke Copeland Dies." https://www.newspapers.com. 14 June 1918. www.newspapers.com/image/78136181/?terms=W.C.%20Copeland%20death&match=1. Accessed 26 Nov. 2023.

"Lincoln County Leader/In Tribute to Clark Copeland ." https://www.newspapers.com. 14 June 1918. www.newspapers.com/image/78136185/?terms=W.C.%20Copeland%20death&match=1. Accessed 26 Nov. 2023.

, Ester. "Charles Barton Crosnos." https://www.findagrave.com. 30 June 2022. www.findagrave.com/memorial/47192963/charles-barton-crosno/photo. Accessed 26 Nov. 2023.