Section Two
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fin The Making
Kodiak 1940 -1941
Wilson (Bill) Erskine, son of W. J. Erskine, tells a stirring tale of his life as a seafaring man, in his book “White Waters” which is reviewed elsewhere in this
issue. We take particular pride in the picture on this page, which is from a sketch submitted by the author, which we think typifies Kodiak for what it is—a fisherman’s
town.
In the years 1940 and
1941, the foundations
were laid for a Kodiak of
the future.
Becoming an incorpor
ated City in 1940 added
to as well as solved many
of its problems.
To the men and women
who worked hard and
long in an attempt to lay
the foundations—in par
ticular the first Common
Council of Kodiak — we
dedicate this issue of the
Kodiak Mirror.
Dedication
KODIAK IN 1941—The coastline of Kodiak has probably changed
the least in the past 20 years. Prior to even that time, it was similar.
It was the scene of considerable activity over the years, for as a sea
port town with good harbor facilities, it was a natural for small craft
to berth and pick up supplies, and be on their way again.
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