Ruth Sather Collection, 1986.015.0055

In a collection of materials from Jefferson, comes this photo and an unsourced typewritten description of Pauline Looney:

Pauline Looney–was an excellent horsewoman.  She is mentioned as winning many awards at the early Oregon Fairs.  She lived out her life in Jefferson, Oregon cared for by “Indian Mary.”  Her house still stands in Jefferson.

 Pauline was the daughter of Jesse (1801-1869) and Ruby Bond Looney (1808-1898).  The parents had crossed the Oregon Trail in 1843.