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Early logging — check out those cables
The logging business was what got Eatonville up and running. Here are five fabulous shots of logging in the early days and the use of the steam donkey. It looks primitive today, but it was a huge step up from using horses and cattle to drag the logs.
These pictures are loaded with details. Click on any of them to take a closer look.
I’m not sure where in the wood these photos were shot, or the men in them. So, if you recognize anyone please let me know.
Photos courtesy of the Kjelstad family.
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High tech logging in early 1900
Logging using steam donkey (check out the hat)
Steam donkey in the woods — check out the logs UNDER the steam donkey
Proudly standing next to split wood
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The logging business was what got Eatonville up and running. Here are five fabulous shots of logging in the early days and the use of the steam donkey. It looks primitive today, but it was …
When I came across this photo, my heart stopped. Who used ti? And even more frightening, how did they built it?
Pat VanEaton supplied me some of the information.
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