Colorful characters of early Portland

Portland had some unique characters in the early days.

Ezekiel “Ziggy” Pendergrass – The Beaver Hat Baron
Quote: “In Portland, the beaver is both a neighbor and a fashion statement!”

Mildred Butterworth – Mistress of Muffins and Mufflers
Quote: “If you can’t warm your hands with muffins, try mufflers. If neither works, you’re just not Portland enough.”

Thaddeus “Thud” McWobbles – The Great Stilt-Walker of the West
Quote: “They said Portland was wet, so I just stood a little taller!”

Lady Gertrude Glittergill – Goldfish Whisperer and Socialite
Quote: “Darling, in Portland, even our fish have pizzazz!”

Sir Lancelot Dandelion – Unofficial Lord of the Unmapped Territories
Quote: “Why conquer lands when you can conquer hearts? Specifically, Portland hearts!”

Jebediah Jugglebottom – Founder of Portland’s First Platypus Petting Zoo
Quote: “They laughed when I brought the first platypus to town. Now they line up to pet them!”

Felicity Fiddlesticks – Inventor of the Automatic Umbrella Opener
Quote: “Rain is just nature’s way of reminding us to innovate!”

Rutherford “Rusty” Von Tweet – Portland’s Preeminent Pigeon Poet
Quote: “If the pigeons could speak, they’d say, ‘Portland’s the place, every birdy should stay!'”

Lulu Larkspur – The Star of Portland’s Silent Harmonica Concerts
Quote: “In Portland, we appreciate the sounds of silence… especially when played on a harmonica.”

Maxwell Mudpies – Entrepreneur and Founder of the “Muddy Boot 5-course Feast”
Quote: “In Portland, the muddier your shoes, the more stories you have to share at the dinner table!”