Jimmy Snuka puts Ripper Collins in a wrist lock, photographed by Bob Lynn. Collins is most recognized for his time working in Hawaii for Ed Francis. To fellow PNWers, he also worked Dean Silverstone’s outlaw promotion Superstar Championship Wrestling out of Yakima, WA

From the office of “Classic Portland Wrestling”

Lonnie Mayne signs autographs for adoring fans as photographed by Bob Lynn. Lynn was based out of Albany, but took many photos around the Salem area, the likely destination of where this photo was taken.

I know others have posted, but I'll add what we wrote about Beauregard after a personal note. Beau was one of the guys I couldn't stop watching. His interviews were far ahead of the time. His teaming with The Claw (Tom Andrews) in 1970 created one of my favorite tag teams of all

Wrestler & promoter Ted Thye, in the mid 1920’s: Matt Farmer Excitement in the Air Portland Wrestling JUNKSHOPDOG Rock Rims

So very excited to be hosting a rare screening of Andy Kaufman's "I'm From Hollywood" w dir Lynne Margulies at Portland’s historic Hollywood Theatre. Portland Wrestling will be bringing never-before-seen super8 footage, to boot. The deal goes down 9/30 hollywoodtheatre.org/show/im-from-h…

The “Playboy” Buddy Rose, photographed in Yakima, WA at the JM Perry institute by Merlin Vickerman. Shot taken roughly in ‘76-‘77. #portlandwrestling #nwawrestling #nwa #playboybuddyrose #buddyrose #donowen #yakimawashington

Dutch Savage seen here with Elton Owen, brother of Don, who helped run the territory in all the towns south of Portland. There are countless Elton Owen stories, ranging from paid shoots to his fondness for alcohol, often characterized by his rosy cheeks. Photo taken by Bob Lynn.

Absolutely fantastic watch! Highly recommended, a deep dive into Dave Cameron’s enormous collection, showcasing the history of boxing and wrestling in New Zealand as told by friend Ost’s Wrestling Archive

Scotty the Body photographed taking care of pressing matters on the phone while working in Portland Wrestling. For those who haven’t seen him in PW, he was certainly a highlight in those later years, especially on heel commentary Raven

Referee Sandy Barr smoking a dart behind the scenes. Possibly taken backstage at the Portland Sports Arena? Is that some sort of liquor or brandy I spy? I always enjoy coming across photos of these candid moments featuring our beloved figures in wrestling. #portlandwrestling

Scotty the Body hitting the arcades while a young fan watches on. Any idea what game he’s playing? My first thought was Arkanoid, but that machine had a side graphic on the cabinet. Raven

Happy birthday to Don Muraco! Photos taken by Bob Lynn

Aloha, from Oahu!

Guaranteed to be a barn burner!

Here’s the latest from Slam Wrestling written by Jon Langmead !! A history on the preservation of Portland Wrestling with contributions from Rich Patterson and myself! slamwrestling.net/index.php/2024…