In a captivating local history mystery, Steve Thein has found a collection of old photographs in his attic that has remained unrecognized for decades. While working on his home in La Conner, Thein stumbled upon these studio-quality black-and-white prints, believed to date back to the early to mid-20th century. Despite his lifelong interest in history and family heritage, he cannot identify the individuals in the photos, which he suspects may be relatives or friends of his family. Thein is appealing to the La Conner community for help in reuniting these images with their rightful descendants, expressing his desire to preserve their legacy. Among the photographs are images of the Bessner family, local pioneers with a history similar to Thein's own.

He has already identified some of the photographs and shared them with family members, but a full tote of unidentified images remains. The story serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of community in preserving familial legacies and the rich history of the La Conner area. As Thein continues his search, he hopes to forge connections through the shared stories of the past.