Burnett, Bob. “Jantzen Beach memories.” Sunday Columbian People 7 Mar. 1976: 15
This short article is a brief overview of the 42-year history of Jantzen Beach. It discusses the peak days of World War II, and park’s closure on Labor Day weekend in 1970.

The Exploration of the Columbia River by Lieutenant W.R. Broughton: An Extract from the Journal of Captain George Vancouver. Longview, WA: Press of the Longview Daily News, Longview, 1926.
This small book catalogs the journey of Lt. William Broughton up the Columbia River. It vividly describes the land and wildlife that existed during that time period.

Fitzgibbon, Joe. “Port Expansion Will Eat Into Hayden Island Wetlands.” Oregonian 20 March 1995: B02.
This article discusses the potential impacts of a new marine cargo facility on the west end of Hayden Island. A short article which focused on costs of land, and how that land might be impacted if future development occurs.

“Formal Opening of Resort at 2:30 P.M.” Oregon Journal 24 May 1928: 19.
This articles discusses the expected opening of Jantzen Beach amusement park, including who would be speaking. It is a general layout of opening day proceedings.

“Hayden Island- Issues and Options for the Western Portion- A Preliminary Study.”

Cogan & Assoc. Portland: Oregon. 30 Oct. 1978. Mult. Count. Lib. 0-711.4097 H415.
This study considers the options for the western portion of Hayden Island, which includes maps and photos. It also describes how the island is laid out and who owns areas of the island.

“Island Land Purchased.” Oregonian 6 Feb. 1927: 10.
This article explains the purchase of the land used to build Jantzen Beach.

“Hayden Island Will Get New Bridge and Port Terminal.” Oregonian 10 April 1997: D03.
This article discusses the controversy over a new bridge on the west end of Hayden Island. Discussions of a bridge occurred following serious lobbying efforts by neighbors and residents of Hayden Island.

Hill, Jim. “Jantzen Beach Center Face Lift May Include Big Stores.” Oregonian 13 May 1995: B10.
This Oregonian article announces the remodeling of the Jantzen Beach Supercenter. Within the article the new additions and changes are considered, along with possible impacts to the surrounding area.

“Jantzen Beach Center Merry-Go-Round.” Portland, OR. Jantzen Beach Center: A Division of Hayden Island Inc. 1
Describes the history of the Jantzen Beach merry-go-round.

“Jantzen Park Has Many Attractions.” Sunday Oregonian 27 May 1928: 2.
This article has some good photos of the pool area. Also discusses park attractions, building costs, how it was built, and how it is run. It also goes over the events of opening day.

Klooster, Karl. “Lotus Isle: A Bamboozle that backfired.” This Week 20 Jun. 1984: 12A.
This article gives a brief, yet colorful, look at Lotus Isle. It captures the beginning scheme that ended in tragedy. Gives a brief overview of the park attractions, how and when the park opened and closed.

Oliver, Gordon. “Special Report Third Bridge Across the Columbia.” Oregonian 9 Sept. 1997: B01.
This article considers the building of a third bridge to relieve potential traffic after the completion of a marine cargo facility on the west end of Hayden Island.

“Port of Portland Plans Complex to Handle Increasing Shipments.” Oregonian 8 July 1995: E01.
This article discusses the potential of a new complex being considered by the Port of Portland. This complex would be located on the west end of Hayden Island. The article considers the possible benefits as the complex would help handle the growing shipments of grains, bulk minerals, and general cargo.

“Port Terminal Stats.” Oregonian 27 March 1997: 01.
This article is a good source for statistics concerning the new marine cargo complex being considered for the west end of Hayden Island. The statistics include information on the size, fill area, traffic, jobs, environmental impact, and benefits for the public.

Potter, Connie. “Jantzen Beach Highlights Hayden History.” Oregonian 13 Jul. 1997: H02. (Sunrise Edition)
This articles revolves around major points of Jantzen Beach history.

Rose, Michael. “Port sees autos in Hayden Island’s future.” The Business Journal of Portland 24 May 1999: 1-3. Online.
http://www.amcity.com/portland/stories/1999/05/24/story3.html. 29 Feb. 2000.
This web-article discusses how the area being developed on the west end of Hayden Island might be used for an auto distribution center.

Rose v. Port of Portland, 82 Ore. 541 (1917)
This lengthy case from the Supreme Court of Oregon determines whether the Port of Portland can lawfully expend its funds in dredging and improving the Oregon Slough.

Shepard, Clara. “The Coney Island of the West.” The Spectator Jul. 1942: 7-10.
This article has some great quotes, as well as a colorful description of the rides at the park.

Stewart, Bill. “Port Plans $657 Million Terminal Project.” Oregonian 7 March 1997: A01.
This article discusses the new estimates for the marine cargo complex being consider for the west end of Hayden Island. The author notes that marine terminal designs have changed over years, allowing room for 3 terminals on the 825 acres located on the west end of Hayden Island.

Stewart, Bill. Island of Concern.” Oregonian 27 March 1997: 01.
This article describes concerns of the residents of Hayden Island. These concerns revolve around the building of a new marine cargo facility on the west end of Hayden Island. The two main concerns that the article considers are traffic and the environment.

Stewart, Bill. “Port’s Plan Could Ease I-5 Bottleneck.” Oregonian 8 Oct. 1997: E02.
This Oregonian article discusses Port of Portland’s transportation plan. This plan calls for airport area road improvements. The plan also includes a $23 million three-lane vehicle bridge to North Portland from Hayden Island’s west end.

Stewart, Bill. “Bridge Requested to Divert Port Cargo.” Oregonian 9 Oct. 1997: D02.
This article considers public neighborhood response to the building of a new marine terminals on the west end of Hayden Island. The response according to one resident is negative, unless the Port plans to build a bridge first.

Stewart, Bill. Showdown at HINOON on Hayden Island.” Oregonian 27 Nov. 1997: 01.
This article considers neighborhood response to the building of new marine terminals on the west end of Hayden Island. It specifically deals with a neighborhood coalition called Coalition of Community Advocates for Hayden Island. This coalition accuses HINOON of abdicating responsibilities by not demanding that a bridge come before any construction of the new marine terminals that are going to be located on the west end of Hayden Island.

Terry, John. “Sunday Northwest Close-Up History.” Oregonian 26 Jan. 1997: B04. (Sunrise Edition)
This article looks at the history of Jantzen Beach.

West Hayden Island- Statement of Need. Portland: Port of Portland, 15 Jan. 1999.
This article by the Port of Portland discusses reasons the Port desires the west end of Hayden Island for a marine cargo facility. It discusses such aspects as an ability to access Hayden from land, sea, and rail.

“What All Portland Has Been Waiting For Jantzen Beach Opens Today – Saturday, May 26.” Oregonian 26 May 1928: 5. (Sunrise Edition)
This article has a great illustration of what the park looked like, and how it was laid out upon opening in 1928. It also discusses what types of attractions existed at the park, with an advertising twist.

“Where is West Hayden Island.” WHI News Fall 1999: 1.
This is a very brief paragraph discussing the location of the new marine cargo developments on West Hayden Island.

Archives

Oregon Historical Society:

Pictures – 1879-C Portland – Amusement Parks – Jantzen Beach

Vertical File – “Portland – Amusement Parks – Jantzen Beach & Lotus Isle.”