World’s largest floral clock to crown Oregon centennial expo
Edwin L. Boatright, head of Portland’s International Garden of Tomorrow, announces a self starting floral clock for the Oregon Centennial Exposition. A 25 foot candle statue will accompany the clock to symbolize Oregon’s 100th birthday. both will be centerpiece landmarks at Portland next summer.
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Portland
Edwin L. Boatright
Gile
Boatright
Washington, D.C
Christchurch
New Zealand
Rolla J. Crick
Oregon Journal
Crick
Antartica
Oregon
Morrie L. Sharp
Bonright
Second Annual Lamb Sale Draws Buyers From Near and Far
The Coos County Livestock Marketing Association hosted the second annual lamb sale with 2216 head sold. Buyers included McKenzie Bros, Langlois, J D Breuer Myrtle Point, Wallace Dement and others from Myrtle Point to Eugene. New scales and 20 pens boosted the event’s success as the marketing board plans to pay consignors and bills soon.
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George Jenkins
The
Marketing Association
McKenzie Bros
Langlois
J. D. Breuer
Myrtle Point
G. L. Billings
Fourmile
T. W. Jones
Redmond
R. E. Powrie
Wallace Dement
Ernest J.lathrop
Central Point
L. C. Ferrin
Oakland
Calif
Isadora Rita
Tom Findlay
Roseburg
Chester C. Gibbau
Eugene
George Poysky
Clatskanic
Roger Culner
Bandon
Coos County
Highway Boosters Meet Urge Action On 42 Projects
Report from a highway boosters gathering where Mrs Stemmler spoke for Housewives in favor of the resolution. State Highway Commission to open bids July 28 for Highway 42 projects including North Fork area work, precast concrete beams, and grading and paving near Myrtle.
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Page One
Stemmler
Highway Com
State Highway Commission
Intorcea
North Fork
Coriver
Myrtle
New Act Would Shield Small Timber Operators
A proposed act would aid small timber operators by allowing registered complaints to prompt sales by federal agencies and limiting bids to small businesses. Western Forest Industries Association opposes new government bidding controls, arguing the plan misstates Oregon lumber industry structure.
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Northwest Lumber Organization
Western Forest Industries Association
Special Consider
Leonardation
Netzorg
WFIA
Oregon
Ni i Ataff
Sen- Buta Ate Interior Committee
Pacific Northwest
Industrial Forestry Association
Portland
Senators Back Small Business Amendment Aimed at Timber Firms
The measure, backed by Oregon and Montana senators and spurred by Pont timber operators, seeks SBA action to aid lumber firms. Since 1953 MONEY LENT LUMBERMEN SEA approved 351 loans totaling 21.4 million, mostly to lumber and wood products firms. Observers say the amendment may remain a legal option rather than trigger direct SBA sales by agencies.
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Northwest
Orean
Pont Timber
Montana
Washington State
SEA
SBA
Tmber
Forest Service
BLM
Oregon Evangelist Sees Path of West to East Invasion
Oregon evangelist Mr Riley argues the West attracts eastern attention through forestry hydroelectric and metal resources and Oregon's centennial status. He claims eastern audiences underestimate Oregon while praising his persuasive oratory avoiding slides or microphones. Delaware Chamber official attributes eastward exodus to his influence.
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New Jersey
Oreon
Oregon
Riley
Delaware
Gerris Gassaway
Delaware State Chamber of Commerce
Centennial Commission
Paul Harvey and Governor Foss Discuss Fishing Limits
The speaker recalls Paul Harvey arguing for stronger line limits in fresh water and most salt water fishing. Governor Joe Foss attends the discussion, listening from the sidelines as the topic recurs in casual conversation.
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Joe Foss
Man vs fish on eight pound line proves patience wins
An outdoor challenged tale unfolds at Jack Barlow’s club poolside where Joe bets on the eight pound line. A 200 pound “fish” battles for ten minutes then yields when the bamboo rod and patient reel tip touch the line, illustrating steady effort over brute force.
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Joe
Jack
Jack Barlow
Jac
General Peatures Corp
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