A Look Back … This week in the Forks Forum

Published 1:30 am Thursday, August 6, 2026

This week in 2001, the Baysingers and their mule named Henry had demonstrated how to load equipment for the Forks Cub Scout group (photo). In police calls, chickens were running loose on Bogachiel Way. Quillayute Road was closed for bridge repair. Al Vaughn had been promoted at the DNR to Assistant Region Manager. The class of 1946 had held a class reunion at the Vagabond. City Hall was closed for a few days as new carpet and furniture were being installed.

Fifty years ago, the Winters had been surprised by twins. The Forks Lions Club was bringing entertainment to town …Virgil the Hypnotist was performing for one night only! The Pilots were the Pony League champs. Danny Wahlgren had broken his ankle and was spending the summer on crutches. The 2nd annual 4th of July Art Show results were shared … Harriet Tryon had won 1st place amateur in oils, with her painting “My Daughter Susan.” Matt Sullivan was the Mystery Personality of the week (photo).

In 1969, after being closed for two years, the Beaver School (photo) was to reopen to be used for Kindergarten classes; there were too many kids! Photos by Lonnie Archibald of Lena Fletcher at her home were featured (photo). The Quileute Tribe was planning a three-day celebration. Alice’s was presenting a back-to-school fashion show.

This week in 1954, it was reported that the Soderlinds had welcomed a son, John Francis. The Brooks Jewelry Store had opened in the Woodland Hotel. Bulldozing and clearing activity was taking place at the new Town Park, on the north side. Harley’s Resort in La Push reported a weekend catch of 71 salmon and 32 halibut.

In 1940, logging camps were working “Hoot Owl.” Clallam County Commissioners had allocated $350 towards the efforts of identifying the body of the woman found in Lake Crescent; $100 of it for a reward for information and $250 for further funding the investigation.

In 1939, a forest fire was happening at Deep Creek; an estimated 100 men were on the fireline. FDR was set to dedicate Olympic National Park in October. It was still unknown if he would visit in person.