Category Archives: History

Danford Balch: the comic

Posted on September 15, 2011 by Catriona

Danford Balch and his troubled family, of previous Portland history post fame, is now featured in a great comic by Glynnis Fawkes. Be sure to check out her other comics — they are lovely!

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Danford Balch: Northwest Portland Country Boy

Posted on August 16, 2011 by Catriona

A short historical essay about Danford Balch that was originally posted on www.bluesweatshirt.com (my personal website), but seems like it belongs here. Neighbors, particularly children, still discuss the story of Danford Balch. Familiar with family strife and tragedies with no obvious villains, … Continue reading →

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