Showing Mt. Hood in distance. Portland often termed the "Rose city," has many natural advantages and points of interest to the traveler. This popular name is derived from the city's beautiful parks and homes, where roses are in abundance everywhere. A trip up the Columbia river from Portland will leave an impression on the traveler never to be forgotten. Mountain climbing, ocean bathing are popular sports, that help to make Portland a favorite stopping point. Having completed the trip over the Shasta Route of he southern Pacific Railroad, the traveler joins in approving its title "The Road of a Thousand Wonders." |