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West Salem
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Barnes and Noble
West Salem
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Few people realize that West Salem was an independent town for over 30 years. From its early development in the mid-19th centurywhen valley homesteaders grew wheat, hops, and fruitsto the founding of Fairview School in 1868, the opening of the Center Street Bridge across the Willamette River in 1886, the rail line in 1909, and a city charter in 1913 to the surrender of that charter to Salem in 1949, the West Salem area forged its own unique identity. Today, West Salem is a thriving community full of cherished memories alongside physical reminders of its independence, such as the Art Deco-style city hall and jailhouse.