Klamath Falls Oregon Main Street 1910 Real Photo Postcard

Klamath Falls, Oregon, incorporated in 1905, underwent significant expansion in the early 20th century, spurred by the Klamath Reclamation Project's irrigation efforts commencing in 1906, and the arrival of the Southern Pacific Railroad in 1909. Main Street served as the vibrant commercial and social heart of the burgeoning city during this transformative period, lined with developing brick and wood-frame storefronts characteristic of a rapidly growing Western town. Businesses such as the Star Drug Co. and other retailers underscored the local economy and daily life of the community.