Note: The Liberty Theater dated back to around 1916

Early postcard of the Benson Hotel

“The Benson” in 1920

Portland’s Benson Hotel, briefly known as the New Oregon Hotel, opened 
March 5, 1913 at 309 Southwest Broadway. The hotel was named after the
notable businessman and philanthropist Simon Benson.
 

                   Simon Benson
(October 2, 1852 – August 5, 1942)

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Station 9, Engine-9 in 1913 at the corner of Southeast 35th and Belmont

Engine-9 today

Station 9 today is located at 1706 SE Cesar E. Chavez Blvd, built in 2003.

1943

1956

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