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Publisher: Washington State University Hutchison Studio Photographs 
 This digital collection features the work of Ralph Raymond Hutchison. As the photographer for the Washington State University yearbook, Hutchison documented campus architecture, sporting events, campus activities and administrators, as well as the city of Pullman and the Palouse region. "The collection records the changes on the campus of WSU and in rural communities between the 1920s and the 1950s." Includes several aerial views. Browsable and searchable. From the Washington State University Libraries. http://www.wsulibs.wsu.edu/holland/masc/xhutchison.html Topics: Architecture by Place, Geography, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: Regional: United States, U.S. History By Place, Water Last updated Oct 18, 2004 Civil Rights Oral History Interviews
This site consists of a series of interviews with people who have "ties to both the civil rights movement and to Spokane [Washington state]." Conducted by a reporter for the Spokesman-Review, the interviews were used to create "Through Spokane's Eyes: Moments in Black History," a series of articles published in February 2001. The site includes photographs, brief descriptions of the topics covered, and audio files of the interviews. Searchable. From Washington State University. http://www.wsulibs.wsu.edu/holland/masc/xcivilrights.html Topics: Black Resources, Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, History, Nonfiction by Genre, Photograph Collections: History Last updated Jan 21, 2004 Black Oral History Collection
Features interviews with "African American pioneers and their descendants throughout Washington [state], Oregon, Idaho, and Montana, from 1972-1974." Topics discussed "include early black settlers, job opportunities, social life and community, living patterns, black churches, and black political involvement from the late 1800s through 1974." Includes sound files and descriptive records. Browsable and searchable. From Washington State University Libraries. http://www.wsulibs.wsu.edu/holland/masc/xblackoralhistory.html Topics: Black Resources, History, Nonfiction by Genre, U.S. History By Place, United States History Last updated Jan 4, 2006 Organic & Integrated Fruit Production Home Page
"Access resources related to integrated and organic fruit production," covering topics such as apple replant disease, orchard floor management, soil management, pest management, and mulching. Includes crop acreage data. From the Washington State University Tree Fruit Research and Extension Center. http://organic.tfrec.wsu.edu/OrganicIFP/Home/Index.html Topics: Agriculture, Crops, Gardening Last updated Oct 19, 2003 Small Farm Connection
Describes efforts to "work with communities to foster profitable family farms, land and water stewardship, and access to healthy food." Features annotated links to resources about crops, animals, soils, compost, weeds, pests, and marketing. The "Food and You" section offers links to information about sustainable local food production, food safety, dietary guidelines, and chefs and community organizations working with local growers. From Washington State University Cooperative Extension. http://smallfarms.wsu.edu Topics: Agriculture, Consumer Research & Advocacy, Nutrition & Food Safety Last updated Dec 7, 2004 Soils of Washington
These interactive maps describes the varied types of soil found in Washington State. Clicking on a county on the main map provides a detailed map. Clicking near the center of a soil type on the detailed maps provides information about the general soil type, region, map unit description, taxonomic classification, and major soil series. Resources links to additional sites that are of use in interpreting the maps. http://remotesens.css.wsu.edu/washingtonsoil/ Topics: Agriculture Last updated Oct 2, 2004 Washington State University (WSU) Extension: Drought Alert
"Access WSU Extension publications and news releases about drought concerns and issues, a list of experts on related subjects, and a list of useful links from other organizations and agencies." Publications and experts are listed under categories such as crops, irrigation, livestock, home, and garden. Links include state and federal agencies, weather forecasting, monitoring, fire, irrigation, indoor water conservation, emergency assistance, hydroelectric power, and other university resources on drought. http://drought.wsu.edu Topics: Agriculture, Water, Weather Last updated Mar 14, 2005 Growing Grapes for Wine and Table in the Puget Sound Region
This publication discusses "some of the unique features of growing grapes in the Puget Sound region of western Washington [state]." Covers grape cultivars (varieties), weather data of selected locations, where to plant, and other topics. Provides recommendations for further reading on propagation, trellis construction, training and pruning, soil management, and pest control. From the Washington State University Cooperative Extension. http://cru.cahe.wsu.edu/CEPublications/eb0775/eb0775.html Topics: Agriculture, Crops, Gardening, Wine Last updated Jan 14, 2004 The Wallis and Marilyn Kimble Northwest History Database
The database comprises nearly 20,000 clippings from the Pacific Northwest Newspaper Clippings Collection as well as federal and state documents, reports, and other online sources chronicling the first half of the 20th century, "a period of rapid growth and development in the history of the Northwest." Developed and maintained by the Washington State University Libraries. http://content.wsulibs.wsu.edu/pncc/pncc.htm Topics: Newspapers by Place: United States, U.S. History By Place Last updated Oct 18, 2009 Northwest Illustrations Collection
Presents a digital collection of more than 50 illustrations from a rare 1889 book on the history of the Pacific Northwest. Includes portraits and images of towns, timber, ranches, farms, and residences. Browsable and searchable. The book, which was sponsored by the North Pacific History Company of Portland, was edited by well-known Northwest historian Elwood Evans. The identity of the illustrator is unknown. From Washington State University Libraries. http://www.wsulibs.wsu.edu/holland/masc/xnwillustrations.html Topics: U.S. History By Place Last updated Oct 4, 2004 Frank Fuller Avery Collection
This digital exhibit features 800 photographs (selected from glass negatives) taken by Frank Fuller Avery. Avery, who worked for the Indian School Service, was assigned to the Colville Indian Agency in Washington state from 1901 to 1916 when these photographs were made. The subjects include agency headquarters and personnel, students, farming, horses, and related topics. Browsable and searchable. From Washington State University Libraries. http://www.wsulibs.wsu.edu/holland/masc/xavery.html Topics: Agriculture, Photograph Collections: History Last updated Oct 18, 2004 Whatcom County Extension: Composting Information
This Web site describes the benefits of composting, types (such as worm composting) and uses of compost, and the Master Composter program, compost sources, and other resources in Whatcom County, Washington state. Also includes downloadable publications and related links. From Washington State University, Whatcom County Extension. http://www.whatcom.wsu.edu/ag/compost/ Topics: Agriculture, Animals, Gardening Last updated Mar 21, 2005 Frank S. Matsura Image Collection
A collection of 1600 photos of the city of Okanogan, Washington, taken by Japanese-American professional photographer Frank S. Matsura between 1907 and 1913. Searchable, and browsable by topic (automobiles, baseball, basketball, children, Conconully Dam, dogs, farms, horses, hotels, irrigation, laborers, self-portraits, studio portraits, Native Americans, postcards, railroads). From the Department of Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections, Washington State University Libraries. http://www.wsulibs.wsu.edu/holland/masc/xmatsura.html Topics: Agriculture, Baseball, Notable People: Arts & Humanities, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: Regional: United States, Photography, U.S. History By Place, United States History, Water Last updated Apr 22, 2003 William Delbert Barkhuff Collection
A digital exhibit of 281 photographs from the 1890s documenting student life at the institution now known as Washington State University. The photographer, William Delbert Barkhuff, enrolled at the college "on opening day in 1892 and was the first editor of the college paper." The collection features images of the college campus, students, cadets, and buildings in the Pullman, Washington state, area. Browsable and searchable. From the Washington State University Libraries. http://www.wsulibs.wsu.edu/holland/masc/xbarkhuff.html Topics: Photograph Collections: Regional: United States, U.S. History By Place Last updated Oct 18, 2004 City of Pullman and the Palouse
Presents a digital collection of "more than 1200 photographs and postcards of Pullman, Washington [state] and the surrounding area." Includes images of buildings, crowds, railroads, parades, horses, floods, and more. Browsable and searchable. From Washington State University Libraries. http://www.wsulibs.wsu.edu/holland/masc/xpullman.html Topics: Photograph Collections: Regional: United States, U.S. History By Place Last updated Oct 6, 2004 Washington Territory 1853-1889
This online exhibit of photographs, maps, and ephemera documents the 36-year history of the Washington Territory. Includes a related pathfinder. From the Manuscripts, Archives and Special Collections Department of the Holland Library at Washington State University. http://www.wsulibs.wsu.edu/holland/masc/masctour/washingtonterritory/ Topics: U.S. History By Place Last updated May 10, 2006 Bear Research, Education and Conservation Program
"The only facility in the world to house adult grizzlies for research" describes the program and its mission, resources, and research. Also lists recent publications and bear-related links. From the Department of Natural Resource Sciences, Washington State University (WSU). http://www.natural-resources.wsu.edu/research/bear-center/ Topics: Mammals Last updated Apr 4, 2003 From Rainforest to Grassland: Plants and Their Communities Across Washington
"This educational program has three layers. The first layer provides text on and illustrations of plants and plant communities in Washington [state]. The second layer provides questions to help you think about the material that is provided. The third layer provides leads to additional information on concepts, plants, and plant communities." Illustrated with maps and photographs. From the Marion Ownbey Herbarium at Washington State University. http://www.wsu.edu:8080/~wsherb/edpages/raingrass/raingrass.html Topics: Biology, Plants, Plants by Name, Science Last updated Mar 17, 2009 Delicious Pieces: The Vegetables We Eat
Uses "grocery store vegetables to examine how seed plants are constructed" and to teach the basic elements of morphology (the "study of body forms"). Discusses seeds, specialized root systems (such as carrots), shoot systems (such as asparagus and kohlrabi), edible leaves, flowers (broccoli), and other forms of vegetables. Includes photographs. From Marion Ownbey Herbarium, Washington State University. http://www.wsu.edu:8080/%7Ewsherb/edpages/delicious/introduction.html Topics: Biology, Plants, Science Last updated Jul 19, 2005 EnergyIdeas Clearinghouse (EIC)
"An objective, comprehensive, technical resource" for Web resources related to energy efficiency in the Northwest; some are highly technical, others are more general. Browsable by energy topic (such as appliances, power production, and weather data), business type, and content type (case study, Q & A, and newsgroup). Also lists jobs, events, and regional news. From the Washington State University Cooperative Extension Energy Program. http://www.energyideas.org/ Topics: Business, Energy, Technology Last updated Jun 3, 2006 Political Advocacy Groups: A Directory of United States Lobbyists
This site lists lobbying groups by issue. Entries include contact information and a brief description of the group. Selected entries also indicate the number of times "news articles across the country quoted, mentioned, or cited each group" from June 1, 2004 to May 31, 2006, and whether the group rates the performance of members of Congress. Searchable. Created by Kathi Carlisle Fountain, a librarian at Washington State University Vancouver. http://www.vancouver.wsu.edu/fac/kfountain/ Topics: Federal (U.S.) Government, Politics by Place Last updated Mar 17, 2008 George Ritchey Image Collection
This digital exhibit features early scenes of the Washington State University campus, the town of Pullman (Washington state), northern Idaho, and the family of amateur photographer George Ritchey. "George Ritchey lived in Pullman at least as early as 1897. ... In 1910, he was a house painter living on Military Hill with his wife and children." Browsable and searchable. From the Washington State University Libraries. http://www.wsulibs.wsu.edu/holland/masc/xritchey.html Topics: Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: Regional: United States, U.S. History By Place Last updated Oct 18, 2004 West Nile Virus
Presents information concerning West Nile virus in Washington state, including general information about the mosquito-borne virus, and reference materials and links on topics such as pesticide regulations, controlling mosquitoes at home, preventing mosquito bites, West Nile virus and horses, and mosquito curriculum materials for youth. From the Washington State University Cooperative Extension. http://wnv.wsu.edu/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Infectious Diseases Last updated Jul 13, 2005 Washington State Magazine
This quarterly publication "covers news and issues of interest to Washington State University faculty, staff, students, and alumni, and the people of Washington from Seattle to St. John." The site includes the current issue of the magazine, an archive of issues back to Winter 2001, and searchable class notes. The online edition of the publication includes additional features, such as audio programs and short fiction. From Washington State University, Pullman. http://washington-state-magazine.wsu.edu/ Topics: Magazines by Place Last updated Aug 10, 2009 Edamame: Vegetable Soybean
Resources for growing, storing, and preparing edamame, a soybean variety that is often eaten fresh or lightly cooked rather than dried. Includes recipes, freezing instructions, and links to related resources. From Washington State University Research and Extension Center. http://vegetables.wsu.edu/edamhome.html Topics: Beans, Grains, Nuts, & Seeds, Crops Last updated Dec 11, 2007 The Long Foreground: Human Prehistory
This site provides "some essential background information about human culture prior to the development of civilized communities." It is an illustrated narrative with three sections: Overview of Human Origins , Hominid Species Timeline , and Human Physical Characteristics . Includes information on Australopithecus, Homo habilis, Homo erectus, Homo sapiens, and Neanderthal. From the World Civilizations faculty at Washington State University. http://www.wsu.edu/gened/learn-modules/top_longfor/lfopen-index.html Topics: Science, Science, Social Issues Last updated Dec 6, 2002 Whatcom Salmon Recovery
Sponsored by the Whatcom County Water Resources Division and Washington State University Cooperative Extension, this site provides information on "salmon recovery, the recovery projects in [Northwest Washington state], and the policies and public processes designed to recover salmon runs." Includes information on salmon species, conditions and habitats that affect salmon, the geography and watersheds of Whatcom County, and a virtual tour highlighting stages of a salmon's life in different habitats. http://whatcomsalmon.wsu.edu/ Topics: Animals, Fish, Reptiles, & Amphibians, Geography, Water Last updated Aug 11, 2004 Hortsense
Designed for home gardeners, this site features "fact sheets for managing plant problems with IPM or Integrated Pest Management." Topics include common cultural problems, diseases, insects and mites, herbicide damage, lawn and turf, ornamentals, small fruits, tree fruits, vegetables, and weeds. From Washington State University Cooperative Extension. http://pep.wsu.edu/hortsense/ Topics: Agriculture, Gardening, Home & Housing, Plants Last updated Jul 25, 2005 Charles Pratsch Image Collection
This digital exhibit of work by photographer Charles Pratsch features images of the Grays Harbor area of Washington state as it appeared between 1888 and 1913. "Includes a diverse assortment of union images and workers involved in shipping, logging and other industries in the Pacific Northwest." Browsable and searchable. From Washington State University Libraries. http://www.wsulibs.wsu.edu/holland/masc/xpratsch.html Topics: Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: Regional: United States Last updated Oct 18, 2004 Early Washington Maps: A Digital Collection
A searchable collection of early Washington state maps covering disputed boundaries, maps showing planned features of new towns, railroad tracks, postal roads, and Indian reservations. Includes a "Historical Timeline of Events Leading to the Formation of Washington State," with links to related maps. A joint project of Washington State University Libraries and the University of Washington Libraries. http://www.wsulibs.wsu.edu/holland/masc/xmaps.html Topics: U.S. History By Place Last updated Jun 24, 2004 Washington State Pest Management Resource Service (WSPRS)
WSPRS "serves as a hub for research-based information about pest management practices, including both chemical and alternative control methodologies." The website features crop profiles and pest management strategic plans, resources for homeowners, and links to information about diseases and insect pests, weed control, pesticides, and organic food. Provides access to the group's monthly Agrichemical and Environmental News, the Pesticide Notification Network (registration and label changes), and pesticide label database. http://wsprs.wsu.edu/ Topics: Gardening, Home & Housing, Nutrition & Food Safety, Plants Last updated Jul 25, 2005 Gladys Archerd Shell Collection
Features photos of items from this "taxonomically classified, scientific collection of about twenty thousand sea shells, varying in size from miniatures to those over 14 inches in size — many of which are now rare." The main focus is on Pacific Rim shells but shells from other regions are also represented. Includes notes about classifications, reference citations, and a section on questionable IDs. From Washington State University, Tri-Cities. http://shells.tricity.wsu.edu/ArcherdShellCollection/ShellCollection.html Topics: Science Last updated Jan 10, 2006 Native Plants of the Palouse
Features information about plants occurring naturally in the rolling hills of the Palouse region of southeastern Washington state. Discusses major plant communities, wildflowers, noxious weeds, introduced plants, endangered and possibly extinct plants, conservation efforts, and related topics. Includes photographs and a bibliography. From Marion Ownbey Herbarium, Washington State University. http://www.wsu.edu:8080/%7Ewsherb/edpages/nativeplant/intro.html Topics: Geography, Photograph Collections: Nature & Wildlife, Photograph Collections: Regional: United States, Plants, Water Last updated Jul 19, 2005 Marion Ownbey Herbarium: Floras
The vascular plants of Kamiak Butte, Smoot Hill, and Rose Creek in Whitman County, Washington state, as well as those of Moscow Mountain, Idaho, are listed here by plant family, genus, and habitat. Includes some photos. Also provides information on weeds, as well as annotated bibliographies for Kamiak Butte and Moscow Mountain. From the Washington State University School of Biological Sciences, Marion Ownbey Herbarium. http://www.wsu.edu:8080/%7Ewsherb/floras_db.html Topics: Geography, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: Nature & Wildlife, Photograph Collections: Regional: United States, Plants, Water Last updated Jul 18, 2005 Heirloom Apples
This article provides information about selecting and planting your own heirloom apple trees. Also includes images of some heritage apples (such as pink pearl and cinnamon spice), a list of the author's five favorite varieties, a bibliography, and links to apple tree sources. From Washington State University (WSU) Extension Clark County. http://clark.wsu.edu/volunteer/mg/gm_tips/HeirloomApples.html Topics: Crops, Fruits & Vegetables Last updated Oct 26, 2005 The Edward R. Murrow Legacy at WSU
This site from Washington State University (WSU) is dedicated to broadcast journalist Edward R. Murrow, who graduated from the university in 1930 with a degree in speech. Features an article in which faculty members discuss his legacy, a video clip, and a description of the annual Murrow Symposium and the Murrow School of Communication at WSU. Includes related links. http://murrow.wsu.edu/ Topics: Media, Notable People Last updated Nov 22, 2005 Bamboo Shoots
This brochure contains ideas for using the shoots of bamboo plants for cooking. Topics include preparation, storage, nutritional content, and serving suggestions. Opens directly into a PDF file. From the Washington State University Cooperative Extension. http://agsyst.wsu.edu/bambroc.pdf Topics: Fruits & Vegetables, Plants by Name Last updated Feb 14, 2006 Pacific Northwest Fungi Database
"This database is intended primarily as a tool for researchers, teachers, and students interested in fungi occurring in the Pacific Northwest [Alaska, British Columbia, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington]." It provides technical information about names of fungi and host plants, reported location, and taxonomic authorities. From the Department of Plant Pathology, Washington State University (WSU). http://pnwfungi.wsu.edu/programs/aboutDatabase.asp Topics: Plants by Name Last updated Mar 8, 2006 Home Lawns
This publication presents instructions for growing a home lawn. Though written for Washington state gardeners, the advice is generally useful. Topics include starting (drainage, soils, fertilizer, seeding, grasses to plant), lawn maintenance (fertilizer, lime, mowing, thatch removal, soil aeration, watering), and disease, weed, and insect control. Opens directly into a PDF document. From Washington State University Extension. http://cru.cahe.wsu.edu/CEPublications/eb0482/eb0482.pdf Topics: Gardening Last updated Apr 12, 2006 Washington State University Tree Fruit Research and Extension Center: Postharvest Information Network
Materials about the proper care and handling of tree fuit by producers after harvesting, for these Washington state crops: apples, pears, cherries, and stone fruit. Find articles on diseases and disorders, improving quality and flavor, marketing, packaging, storage, and shipping for specific varieties such as Gala and Fuji apples, Anjou and Bosc pears, and Rainier and Lambert cherries. Also includes general material about postharvest practices such as use of chemicals. http://postharvest.tfrec.wsu.edu Topics: Crops Last updated Jul 31, 2006 Learning Each Other's Languages: L.V. McWhorter and the Columbia Plateau Tribes
Companion to a 2005-2006 exhibition with the theme of "[tribal historian and author] Lucullus Virgil McWhorter's role as a cultural mediator between Anglo Americans and the native peoples of the Columbia Plateau." Includes exhibit panels, photos of the exhibit, and a downloadable exhibit guide. The exhibit was curated by graduate students. From Washington State University Libraries. http://www.wsulibs.wsu.edu/holland/masc/masctour/leol/ Topics: Native Americans Last updated Sep 11, 2006 |
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