Oregon Lily Grower’s Dream Cut Short by Tragic Death
The article profiles Ralph Croft of Oregon who developed a pure strain of lily bulbs in the 1980s. He nurtured the hybrid at a Brookings farm after years of hidden horticultural work, but died of a heart attack just as his bloom reached commercial potential. His widow faces hardship as rivals and neighbors reflect on his modest trial cultivation turning into a hoped for industry.
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Creét
Bandon
Brookings
Ore
Croft
Barr
Western Residents Aid Fourth Air Force Search Program
Western residents across California Oregon Nevada Idaho are urged to assist Fourth Air Force’s new search and rescue program. Maj. Gen. Wills H. Hale calls for the public to report plane crashes or parachute incidents to police or sheriffs, who will pass details to army or navy authorities.
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San Francisco
California
Washington
Oregon
Nevada
Idaho
Fourth Air Force
Wills H. Hale
Weserals Fourth Air Force
Army
Navy
Ocals Buys Bond Apartments from Willards
Local firm OCALS purchased the apartment building from Mr. and Mrs. Willard last week. The Bond Apartments name was used previously and the Willards have moved into the store rooms formerly housing.
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G. W. Greer
Mrs. Willard
Bond
Willards
Norway Extrusion Unit Hosts Deedee Evening
An informal gathering described as a party at a local venue featuring refreshments and plant decor. The event centered on socializing with attendees noted for a relaxed evening atmosphere.
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Norway
Honsas FA Laas
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Imret
Ralph Moore
Monden
Tori Tte
Moon’s Hardware & Furniture
Seana
Fea
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