History of The Dalles, Oregon, USA

1851 - A post office is established at Dalles

In 1853, the name was changed from Dalles to Wascopum

1854 - Dalles
Dalles, a post-office of Clackamas co., Ogn.
A New and Complete Gazetteer of the United States: Giving a Full and Comprehensive Review of the Present Condition, Industry, and Resources of the American Confederacy ... Thomas Baldwin (of Philadelphia.) Joseph Thomas January 1, 1854 Philadelphia : Lippincott, Grambo & Company 1854.

Wascopum was incorporated as a city in 1857

1860 - the name was changed from Wascopum to "The Dalles"

1895 - Dalles / The Dalles
Dalles, dál, or The Dalles, a town, capital of Wasco £0regon, on the S. bank of the Columbia River, about 300 miles from its mouth, and 90 miles by land E. of Port land. It has 5 churches, a Catholic academy, a branch mint, and a woollen-mill. Two weekly newspapers are published here. The navigation of the Columbia River is here obstructed by rapids, called the Great Dalles of the Columbia, the stream being contracted into a channel about 200 feet wide between cliffs of basaltic rock. A railroad, 14 miles long, extends from this point to Celilo and connects the navigable parts of the river. Cattle and sheep (or wool) are the chief articles of export. Pop, about 3500.
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott

1901 - ATTEMPT TO WRECK TRAIN. NARROW ESCAPE OF PASSENGERS ON O. R. & N. NEAR THE DALLES. NUTS PLACED ON RAILS SEND ENGINE AND MAIL CAR FROM TRACK - ENGINEER AND FIREMAN INJURED - PASSENGERS ARE UNHURT.
Portland, Ore., Dec. 6. - The eastbound passenger train, No. 2, on the Oregon Railway & Navigation, which left this city at 9 a.m., was wrecked 12 miles east of The Dalles this afternoon.

The engine turned completely over and the mail car left the track, but turned only partially over. The composite sleeper and diner left the track, but remained upright. The other cars, including a private car containing Col. R. C. CLOWRY, general superintendent of the Western Union Telegraph Company, and party, remained on the track.

Engineer MAURICE CAVANAUGH was badly scalded, and perhaps internally injured. Fireman FRANK CHASE was seriously injured. None of the passengers were injured.

The wreck was undoubtedly the work of train wreckers, as an examination showed that a seven-eighths inch square nut had been placed on the outside rail of a three-degree curve. Another nut was also found on an outside rail about 100 feet ahead of the first one.
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1911 - Heat causes train wreck.
The Dalles, Ore. - The warping of the rails by heat on the Oregon trunk road Monday afternoon caused the wreck of a southbound passenger train. LOUIS RISING, storekeeper at the Warm Springs Indian school was killed, and his wife was perhaps fatally injured. About twenty others were also injured. The engine left the track and rolled down a forty foot embankment. A day coach followed and fell on the engine.
Carbon County News
Utah
July 14, 1911

The Dalles has a bit of something for everyone. Here's a list of places to go and things to do in and around The Dalles:
Columbia Gorge Discovery Center and Museum:

Dive into the region's natural and cultural history. The museum is interactive and showcases the geology, flora, and fauna of the Columbia Gorge.

The Dalles Dam Visitor Center:

Learn about the importance of the Columbia River and its role in power generation. The visitor center provides insight into the dam's operation and environmental impact.

Rowena Crest Viewpoint:

Take a scenic drive along the Historic Columbia River Highway to Rowena Crest. The viewpoint offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Columbia River Gorge.

Maryhill Museum of Art:

Just a short drive away, this museum features a diverse collection, including European and American paintings, sculptures, Native American artifacts, and more. The grounds also host a replica of Stonehenge.

Explore Downtown The Dalles:

Stroll through the charming downtown area with its historic architecture. Visit local shops, galleries, and eateries. The Dalles Art Center ... Read MORE...