Portland, Oregon, A.D. 1999, and other sketches by J. W. Hayes
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| Author | Hayes, J. W. (Jeff W.), 1853-1917 |
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| Title | Portland, Oregon, A.D. 1999, and other sketches |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Note | Also published under title: Paradise on Earth. |
| Contents | Portland, Oregon, A.D. 1999 -- The bad man from Bodie -- He never came back -- Where did you get that oil? -- A grapevine telegraph line -- Along the shore -- Showing off -- "Knifin' de dough" -- A musical aborigine -- "The gentleman of Havre" -- On the wing -- He knew a good thing -- Inadequate cuspidors -- No jobs, but vacancies -- Phenomenal telegraphing -- His old Kentucky home -- The office at Spirit Lake -- The Indians were too loyal -- A governor for fifteen minutes took the bull by the horns -- The seven mounds -- When gold grew on sage brush. |
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| Summary | "Portland, Oregon, A.D. 1999, and Other Sketches" by J. W. Hayes is a collection of speculative fiction written in the early 20th century. The book examines a futuristic vision of Portland, Oregon, with a blend of prophecy and social commentary, all narrated through the voice of a remarkable elderly woman who recounts her life experiences and burgeoning visions of the future. The sketches present a vivid portrayal of anticipated technological and societal advancements that reflect the author's aspirations for a better world. The opening of the work introduces readers to an intriguing character: a bright and intelligent woman who, at 86 years old, recalls her life from the past and visions of the future. Through her reminiscing, she shares tales of her journey from Virginia to Oregon and begins to unveil prophecies about life in Portland in the year 1999. As she describes extraordinary inventions like aerial transportation, revolutionary societal changes, and an optimistic picture of the city's transformation, the reader is invited to explore a future where progress and harmony abound. This intriguing blend of reflection and futurism sets the stage for the subsequent sketches, each exploring different aspects of societal evolution in a uniquely speculative context. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Short stories, American |
| Subject | American fiction -- 20th century |
| Subject | Portland (Or.) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 62495 |
| Release Date | Jun 27, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 46 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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