Barbara Ann Bryson was 19 when she disappeared from Stayton, Oregon after attending a party on the evening of July 29, 1971. She was petite, about 4 feet 11 inches and 100 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. That night was the last confirmed time anyone saw or heard from her.

Details about the party and the moments before she vanished are scarce. The Stayton Police Department lists the investigation as open, but early inquiries produced little evidence and the case went cold. A person identifying themself as a niece has posted online alleging family friends were responsible and that a verbal confession was given to an officer who later died; those claims have not been confirmed or publicly investigated.

Barbara’s family has continued to seek answers. Does anyone who attended that 1971 party or knew Barbara in Stayton have information that could help clarify what happened?