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A Thank You from the Clark County Historical Society and Museum

william — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 19:09:02 +0000

Stahancyk, Kent & Hook recently made a $1,000 donation to the Clark County Historical Society and Museum in honor of the Charles Brown House. The firm is happy to contribute to such a distinguished organization and excited to share the story of this historic home with even more people. The firm received a letter from Susan M.G. Tissot, the Executive Director of the organization, thanking them for the donation.

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Clark County Historical Society
November 22, 2011

Jody Stahancyk and Vince Roman
Stahancyk, Kent & Hook P.C.
Vancouver Office
400 West 11th Street
Vancouver, WA 98660-3148

Dear Jody and Vince,

On behalf of the Clark County Historical Society and Museum, I would like to thank you for your corporate donation of $1000.00 in honor of the Charles Brown House on November 22, 2011. For your tax records, our EIN # is 91-6055341. The Clark County Historical Museum has not provided any goods or services in exchange for this contribution.

Since it was founded in 1917, the Clark County Historical Society has been the steward of Clark County’s collective history. Over the course of 94 years, it has accumulated a broad-based collection ranging in dates from1200 AD – 1985. The 1964 establishment of the museum and research library in the former 1909 Carnegie Library Building ensured the continuity and adaptive re-use of a beautiful historic structure. Today, the museum offers dozens of free and paid education programs, events and exhibits annually for the community.

The museum building embodies the no-nonsense philosophy of its self-made benefactor Andrew Carnegie, who came to America in 1848 as a poor immigrant and retired the richest man in the world. Carnegie gave away most of his fortune to charitable causes, one of which funded the construction of 2,509 public libraries, including Vancouver’s. Carnegie paid for library construction on the condition that the local community provided the site and operating expenses: helping those who help themselves.

We invite you to come down and see our newest exhibit, Working with Tradition: Folk Artists of Washington State, a traveling exhibit from the Washington State Historical Society supplemented with artifacts from our collection. Also on exhibit are Road to Equality: the Struggle for Women’s Rights in the Northwest and Woven History: Native American Basketry.

We truly appreciate your continued support and look forward to seeing you at your museum.

Sincerely,

Susan M.G. Tissot
Executive Director

Please thank all your partners for their support. I will look forward to having lunch with you in the future. I have wanted to see the inside of your building. Happy Holidays!

A Piece of History: The Charles Brown Bank Scandal

william — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 23:49:34 +0000

Firm historian Vince Roman recently wrote a story that was published in this year’s edition of the Clark County Historical Museum’s book. Last Thursday, he attended a reception held at the museum with about 75 people in attendance. Authors signed copies of the book for members of the museum and afterwards were able to mingle with museum members and discuss the stories that make up such a compelling historical book.

Check out Vince’s story by clicking here.

A copy of this year's Clark County Historical Museum book.

First Dozen Eggs

Charles Brown House — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 22:06:09 +0000

Our first batch of eggs has finally arrived in Vancouver courtesy of our feathered friends, Harriet and Frances.

Mr. Gregg turns 84

Charles Brown House — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 21:43:15 +0000

Today in Vancouver we celebrated Mr. Gregg’s 84th birthday. Besides the birthday boy, in attendance were Deanna, Neal, Debbie, Levi and Vince. Levi barbecued delicious burgers and for dessert Debbie baked an amazing rhubarb pie, Mr. Gregg’s favorite. Deanna brought her laptop to the table and read all the wonderful birthday wishes written by everyone in the Portland and Bend offices. Mr. Gregg appreciated these very much. Since Mr. Gregg refuses to use a pen (except for signing legal documents) we thought a brand new electric pencil sharpener was the perfect gift to replace his old manual one. We look forward to celebrating many more birthdays with Mr. Gregg here in Vancouver.

25 Years of Success for Jody Stahancyk!

william — Fri, 20 May 2011 23:50:04 +0000

Jody founded the firm in 1986 and, thanks to her guidance and vision, has seen it progress to where it is today. Congratulations to Jody for reaching this momentous landmark and here’s to many more to come.

Check out the photos of Jody’s specially decorated office below.

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[UPDATE] Chicken Coop

Charles Brown House — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 22:46:42 +0000

Update: Please join me in welcoming the newest members of the firm. The two chickens are four months old and have spent the balance of their short lives in a barn in Sandy, OR. They are two different breeds, one being a Rhode Island Red and the other being a Black Star. Vancouver is a flurry of excitement over their new feathered friends.

The chicken coop in Vancouver is getting closer to completion. After a fresh coat of paint from Levi, all that’s left are a few odds and ends and the coop will be open for business.

Families

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Construction

Charles Brown House — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 22:59:04 +0000

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Bates and Burnette

Charles Brown House — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 22:40:47 +0000

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Charles Brown House

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