Writing Desk

Writing home to friends and relatives was a popular pastime.

ommunication up and down the river was good but not fast. Horse drawn scows, either open or with a tent, carried everything from domestic animals to sewing needles as part of the mail delivery. The trusty canoe could also serve as a mail boat. With members and guests sometimes staying almost two months during the June and July salmon fishing season, sending post cards or notes home was popular. Since fishing was done in the morning and the early evening, afternoons were free for writing and relaxing. Dinner was sometimes served as late as 9:30 or 10:00 PM (E.S.T.).