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Rh and Fort Stevens, at the mouth of the Columbia river, where is situated the fortifications of the United States Government, which were greatly strengthened during the Spanish-American war. Opposite here are Fort Canby and Fort Columbia.

I used to enjoy the Sunday excursions to Seaside, where hundreds were bathing in the surf. This brings to my mind what happened to me one day, and I will give it to you. The tide was coming in, yet still seemed very quiet. As the waves would go out a little, I followed them to take a picture of Tillamook rock and lighthouse; had just got in a good position with my kodak when in came a large wave which nearly overpowered me. Seemingly I could not move I was so astonished. Mac came running after me, seeing my danger from a distance. I then had to go