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28 August 2016
❖ MOSQUITO STEAMING TO EASTSOUND ❖
"Early on, the San Juan Islands became a favorite of vacationers. But it took a bit of determination––just to get there. At the turn of the century, those heading for Orcas Island went by steamers like the paddle wheeler, State of Washington, to Anacortes. There they boarded a smaller steamer for the island. Service was also provided from Whatcom County, and via the Lydia Thompson direct from Seattle. Favorite hostelries included the East Sound House. An early reviewer outlined other attractions:
Hammocks and rustic seats
are found in many a secluded
spot, silently weaving a web of
enchantment to entrance (sic)
the mind and lull the heart to
happy rest. Out upon the beach,
saltwater bathing can be
enjoyed during the languid summer
afternoons, while at evening
clam bakes with bonfires and
singing, charm with wild delight.
San Juan County Album, U of WA Library Collection."
Above text Jim Faber. Steamer's Wake. Seattle; Enetai Press. 1985.
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