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Birds IN THE BACKYARD LINN & BENTON COUNTIES EDITION • JUNE 2015 • FREE!

It’s easy to attract birds, but take care with clean food and water

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“Birding can be as simple as (sunflower seeds), or extensive, depending on how much you want to get involved.” GARY GIBSON Bird expert

Gary Gibson has a variety of feeders in his backyard. The notches in the bowl are from squirrels attempting to get at the bird seed, and this is the only feeder that defeats their efforts. By JOY MASSEY BOOMER & SENIOR NEWS

Attracting birds to your backyard is a worthwhile endeavor that can bring hours of enjoyment to all age groups. Beautifully adorned birds, each with their own song, are one of the simple pleasures of the natural world. There are, however, a few things to know to make it a success. Gary Gibson, a retired biologist from the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, and a former president of the Corvallis Audubon Society, offers beginners some tips to make your backyard more desir-

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able, and safer, for birds. “Ninety percent of the secret to attracting more birds is black oil sunflower seeds,” he says. “Birding can be as simple as that, or more extensive, depending on how much you want to get involved. There are three things you need to consider: food, water, and cover.” Different kinds of birds are attracted to different kinds of food. In addition, having clean water nearby is an added draw. Equally important is cover — easy access to shrubs and trees where smaller birds can take refuge to hide from predators, primarily hawks.

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Food The Willamette Valley is home to a diverse population of birds. Red-breasted nuthatches, dark-eyed juncos, black-capped chickadees, red-winged blackbirds, American goldfinches, sparrows, hummingbirds and jays, will flock to feeders, while doves and towhees eat seed that falls on the ground. Western tanagers and evening grosbeaks feed and nest high up in the trees, and while they don’t come to feeders, a birder’s growing appreciation of the diversity will often lead beyond the backyard feeder. There are three basic types of feeders — hopper feeders, tube feeders, and hummingbird feeders. Hopper feeders will attract a wide variety of birds. Gibson recommends a mix of halfblack oil sunflower seeds, onequarter white and red millet, and just a little, maybe 10 percent, cracked corn. Umbrellalike baffles, or hoods, keep the seed dry and safe from squirrels. “I feed the squirrels too,” Gibson admits, “just not near the bird feeders. They’ll take it all.” Suet feeders are best in winter, when birds need fats. All kinds of birds eat high calorie suet in cold weather. It’s important to keep bird feeders dry and clean. Birds will get sick and can even die, either from bacteria on bird feeders or from damp, moldy

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A hummingbird uses one of Gary Gibson’s many feeders. He believes he has many hummingbirds using the feeders in his backyard. seed. Hummingbird feeders need to be cleaned with very hot water — no soap — and a bottle brush to keep them free of bacteria. The Willamette Valley hosts two types of hummingbirds — rufous hummingbirds and Anna’s hummingbirds — which stay around all winter. In addition to keeping birdfeeders clean, it’s important to place them in the right location. Feeders need to be hung, or pole-mounted at least six feet off the ground, near trees or shrubs, obviously away from cats, and preferably close to a window. Not only can you get a better view, which is half the fun, but the birds aren’t as likely to hit the glass hard when the predators — hawks — appear. “Hawks patrol the neigh-

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Dementia and cognitive changes in later life are concerns for many people over the age of 45. The question once was: “What can I do to stop or reverse dementia?” Now people are asking: “What can I do to avoid getting dementia in the first place?” Unfortunately, there is no proven method to stop dementia or reduce the chances of getting dementia. There are, however, several strategies based on research that you can use. When thinking about how to use these strategies, think of these three areas – biological, psychological and social. Biological – What is good for the heart is good for the brain. The brain weighs approximately three pounds and uses over 25 percent of the blood

borhoods,” Gibson says. “They’re attracted to areas where there is a lot of bird activity. The smaller birds get pretty freaked out when a cooper’s hawk shows up. In their frantic rush to escape, they can slam into a window trying to find refuge. If your feeders are either close to the window, or more than 10 feet away, that’s less likely to happen. If there’s plenty of trees and shrubs to hide in, even better. Birds shy away from areas that are too open.” While some people take the natural activities of predators in stride, figuring it’s just another type of bird to watch, most find these birds disturbing, so it’s worth making the effort to offer protection for the smaller birds.

Water Having water can also make your backyard more appealing to birds. Birdbaths should be filled with less than one inch of water and, again, it’s important keep the water fresh and clean, free of bacteria and algae.

Cover Birdhouses, because they are very specific to the varying requirements of different species, are not as much of a factor in backyards, although they are fun and decorative. Birds nest in all kinds of places, but won’t nest in a birdhouse unless it meets their specific needs. Once you get started enjoying the birds you’ve drawn into your backyard, you’ll want to learn more. Wild Birds Unlimited, with

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in your body. The brain is a blood hungry organ that does not have the ability to store oxygen and nutrients. Therefore, you have to make sure the blood supply it is getting contains what it needs. Make sure you are monitoring your blood pressure and watching out for symptoms of atrial fibrillation, two of the larger risks for stroke. Manage cholesterol with healthy diet, and medication if necessary. Sleep apnea is a significant stressor on the brain and the symptoms are well known. If you snore, are overweight, are observed to gasp for air in your sleep, or wake up fatigued with a fleeting headache, you should discuss these symptoms with your doctor. Diabetes has shown to cause significant changes to the aging brain and efforts should be made to manage blood sugars appropriately. Limit

alcohol use; keeping in mind that the daily amounts of alcohol that are good for you may change with age and are based on gender. As always, abstain from tobacco use and illegal drugs, and make sure you stay active. Physical activity is important for your all-around health. Psychological – Monitor stress and take good care of your psychological and emotional health. If you have symptoms of depression or anxiety, know that you are not alone and that these symptoms don’t have to be permanent. Depression and anxiety are two very common challenges people face, and they can be well managed with either medications or counseling. Look for a therapist who uses evidence-based treatments, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and mindfulness, among others.

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locations in Salem, Corvallis, and Eugene, is a resource for both product and information about birds. Knowledgeable staff can answer questions and guide you to the right products for your needs. One feeder recommended for beginners is the flying start combo which holds three different seed stackables, and sells for less than $15. Feeders come in different sizes, designs, and materials. There’s a lot to learn. They also stock binoculars and books to help with bird identification. Two of the best books for beginning birders are “Birds of the Willamette Valley” and “The National Geographic Field Guide to the Birds of Western North America.” The local Audubon society offers guided hikes with experienced birders the second Saturday of the month, and has an online newsletter, The Chat, which lists information about local hikes. It’s not necessary to join the Audubon society to participate. “Birding is the most popular outdoor activity in the U.S.,” Gibson says, “and you only need two things — a bird book and a good pair of binoculars.” From your own backyard and beyond, enjoying the motion, color, and sounds of birds is both captivating and relaxing, and something to be enjoyed alone or with company. “It’s especially important to get kids out into nature,” he says. “If they don’t love it, they won’t see the value in saving it.” ■

Social – Keep actively engaged in social settings. We are all social creatures, to different degrees. Some people are very active and engaged in church or community activities while others have a close-knit circle of friends and family. Make sure you engage with your support system, however big or small. This can help you reduce or eliminate stressors. There is no proven method to stop or prevent dementia, but we know what can keep us healthy and that is a great place to start. These are not small changes to make and a psychologist or counselor may be a good ally to help you start making positive life changes. Keep in mind that improving social functioning will often result in improvements in the other two areas, and vice versa. They are all connected. ■

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Mike Locey stands in front of the new Corvallis High School as he peruses his yearbook from 1946. He tries to make it to as many reunions as he can. Photo by Dan Wise

Don’t be afraid of your reunion

Remember the past, but celebrate the present with old friends By JOY MASSEY BOOMER & SENIOR NEWS

Whether you’ve been out of school five years or 50, there’s something about class reunions that draws former students back to their hometowns. In the summer months, reunions pop up in every town, announced in newspapers, online, or through invitations in the mail. Coined the “Old Timers Picnic,” the reunion for Corvallis High School graduates from 55 years ago or more, is an annual event held in Avery Park on the third Thursday in July. Pam Wheeler, a 1973 CHS graduate, who now lives in Portland, inherited the position of organizing the picnic from her late mother Ramona Ransom Wheeler (CHS 1939) and Muriel Reichart Wyatt (CHS 1942). “It’s one of the most re-

warding things I do,” Wheeler says. “They’re such a nice group of people. They’re kindred spirits, and most don’t get a chance to see each other except this one time a year. They come from all over, and often plan trips to see family in the area to include the reunion. It’s a nice trip down memory lane.” Wheeler’s sister, Karen, a 1969 CHS graduate who now lives in Coos Bay, helps out on the day of the picnic, signing in guests and giving out name tags. The event is well attended, often attracting as many as 150 people. One class that is always well represented is the class of 1946. “It seems to be a particularly stalwart group,” Wheeler says. Many older graduates have common roots that go back way before high school. A class picture dated 1939 shows a group of sixth graders

lined up in front of Washington Grade School, which is now the LBCC Benton Center. About three-fourths of the students in the picture graduated together from CHS in 1946, and many still attend the annual picnic. At that time, there were only five grade schools in Corvallis, and the high school was on Sixth Street near where the current city library is. “Life was simpler then,” Wheeler says. “Schools were smaller, and everybody knew each other and knew each other’s families too.” Back in their hometowns, old friends like to see what’s changed and what’s stayed the same. Reminiscing about the past, and sharing recent news about children and grandchildren strengthen the bonds forged over the years. It’s not uncommon for couples to meet at a class reunion after the loss of a spouse, or for old friends who had lost touch with each other attending reunions in hopes of recon-

necting. Most reunions also have special tributes to honor classmates who have passed away, but are not forgotten. Contacting classmates is one of the biggest challenges organizers face. Mike Alderson, a 1965 graduate of Albany Union High School, is part of a group that has taken it upon themselves to plan all five of their reunions over the years, including this year’s 50th. “It takes about six months to get it accomplished,” Alderson says. “There’s a lot of work that goes into it. Email has been a godsend for us when it comes to keeping in touch with people. Especially now, since many of the women may have different last names, and when we try to get in touch with the parents, many have passed on. Email addresses often don’t change when people move. Cheryl Barrett Falter has been instrumental in compiling email addresses and keeping mailing addresses up to date. She’s also kept track of the people in our class that

we’ve lost. It’s sad. We’ve lost about 90 of our classmates, and recently we learned we had lost four in one week. It really makes you realize life is short.” As people age, they realize more how important those long term friendships are. Old conflicts and teenage peer pressures fade into the past. “Life has a way of equalizing things,” Alderson says. “Everybody’s had similar problems, and with age, comes acceptance. You’re not there to be judged, people are just glad to see you. Some people have written and said they didn’t enjoy high school and didn’t want to come to the reunion, but many people did enjoy that time in their life and want to keep up those relationships. We have people that come from New York, South America, Sweden, and some that still live right here in the area.” After high school, people go off in different directions,” he says. “Some go off to college, some go into the military, some settle right here. At the reunions, we reconnect. We talk about kids, grandkids, travel, our health. It’s just fun.” Kathy Pengra Whitmire is helping with the All-Class Reunion for both South and West Albany High School graduates who have been out of high school for 40 years or more. Traditionally held the last Sunday in June at West Albany High School, it’s a casual event with lunch available for a $7 admission or $3 for those who just want to come and visit. “It’ll be a three- or four-day event for us, starting with Ciddici’s and then the dinner at the Wheelhouse, and then the All-Class Reunion at West,” Alderson says. “It’s not too late to attend. Registrations need to be in by June 1, but we will also accept payment at the event.”

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Some upcoming class reunions: Albany Union High School Class of 1965, 5:30 p.m. June 26, Ciddici’s Pizza; 5:30 p.m. June 27, The Wheel House, $25 each. Contact mikealderson2802@comcast.net. Corvallis High School Old Timers Picnic, 11 a.m. July 16, Avery Park Thompson Shelter. Contact pam.wheeler@ch2m.com. All Class Reunion for South and West Albany, 11 a.m. June 28, West Albany cafeteria. Crescent Valley High School 1995 reunion, 7 p.m. July 10, Woodstock Pizza; 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 22, Townsend Shelter, Avery Park; 5 to 8:30 p.m. July 11, Tyee Wine Cellars, $35. Contact Michelle (daLuz) Barry, CVHS95@gmail.com. Crescent Valley High School reunion for 1974 and 1975 graduates, July 24, Sky High, Corvallis; 6 p.m. July 25, Trysting Tree Golf Club, $40 in advance. Contact Deb McCann-McCarty, peakdeb@comcast.net. May 31 Clodfelter’s Sunday Spaghetti Fundraiser for Adult Day Services, 1 to 8 p.m., 1501 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. $8.50. Community Movie Night with Ygal Kaufmany, 7 p.m. Tuesdays, Darkside Cinema, 215 SW 4th St., Corvallis. Free, but donations accepted. Singing from the Heart, featuring LBCC choirs, 7:30 p.m., 6500 Pacific Blvd. SW, Albany. Linnbenton.com.edu/russelltripptheater. OSU Chamber Orchestra, 7:30 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 1165 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis. Free.

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By GRACE PETERSON MASTER GARDENER

This is the season we gardeners live for. Everything is growing and blossoming and it’s a thrill to walk the garden paths and visit our plant treasures. Sure there are issues and still lots of digging and pruning to do but it is all part of a gardener’s life and it’s so enjoyable. Garden centers and nurseries are chock full of blooming plants. I always find inspiration while perusing the aisles, observing new plants and maybe, if I’m lucky, finding something reasonably priced to fill a pot or that bare spot in my garden. Nursery owners devote a lot of space to summer and fallblooming annuals such as marigold, petunia and lobelia and while they are a reliable way to fill containers with dazzling color until fall, there is another option. I’ve been growing long-blooming perennials in several of my containers. My rationale is quite simple. It saves me money. After all, once the shorter, cooler days of fall arrive, annuals give up the ghost and are relegated to the compost or yard debris can. Although longblooming perennials will also decline in fall, it’s because they’re going dormant, not dying — big difference. The following spring, that reliable perennial will break dormancy and be a bigger, more robust plant. It can then be planted in

the ground, allowed to continue growing in a pot or divided so it can do both — two plants for the price of one. There are several longblooming perennials that work perfectly in containers. Here are three of my favorites. Geranium “Rozanne” — This is not the geranium of our grandparent’s era but a frosthardy perennial with two-inch blue flowers that bloom from late spring to frost on a lowgrowing plant. Sometimes called “Cranesbill” because of how similar the buds look to a crane’s bill, Rozanne likes full sun or part shade and doesn’t require constant watering. Her cousin “Patricia” is taller with magenta blossoms and equally gorgeous. I’ve grown both of these plants for years and divided them many times. Now I’ve got several growing in my borders and pots. Coreopsis “Mercury Rising” is a newer plant on the market but has proven its worth in my garden. Deep red flowers with golden centers rise from a low-growing plant from early summer until frost. Deadheading keeps it tidy and produces more blossoms. This has become one of my very favorite plants because it has everything going for it. Like the Geranium, Coreopsis doesn’t require tons of water and blooms in either full sun or with a bit of shade. It looks great in a border or container either alone or with a spiller plant draped over the pot’s sides.

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For a container placed in shade, my favorite reliable bloomer is Oxalis crassipes. This is a type of clover but not an invasive nightmare like its weedy cousins. It clumps up nicely with typical clover leaves and rich, pink, starshaped flowers that bloom from spring through autumn. Years ago I bought a hanging basket of Oxalis. Since then, I’ve divided it many times and now it lines several shady borders in my garden and I’ve still got it growing in a few containers. For more information or to see more photos of blooming perennials please feel free to visit my website, gracepete. blogspot.com.

Tips for June: June is garden touring season. Be sure to check with your local garden club, Hardy Plant Society or Master Gardener organization to get all the details. Touring open gardens is a fantastic way to make new friends and gain inspiration we can take home to our own gardens. ■

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For a container placed in shade, Oxalis crassipes is a reliable bloomer.

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“My-Te-Fine Merchant: Fred Meyer’s Retail Revolution” By Fred Leeson, Published by Irvington Press (Available on Amazon.com, Ebay, and at my-te-finemerchant.com)

As rags to riches tales go, the story of retail mogul Fred Meyer is compelling. Beginning life in obscure poverty grounded in his family’s 19th century immigrant roots, Meyer rose to become one of the early 20th century pioneers in the trend toward one-stop stores that carry groceries along with clothing and various household items. Along the way he forged the wide network of shopping venues that bear his name and helped Fred Meyer become a household name here in Oregon and beyond. Later in life the riches Meyer amassed allowed him to set up the wellplanned Meyer Memorial Trust as a major philanthropic force in Oregon. Now a new book by former Oregonian reporter Fred Lee-

son chronicles Meyer’s rise in the business world, while also telling the tale of a personal life full of twists and turns, triumphs, failings and philosophical leanings. In essence, Leeson’s intensely researched tale takes us on a voyage of Meyer’s life as expansive as there are departments and long aisles in a Fred Meyer store. “My-Te-Fine Merchant” begins the journey when Meyer’s parents came to this country from Germany in 1886. Meyer, then named Fritz

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Grubmeyer, (he shortened his name to Meyer some years later) was 2 years old. Cutting to the chase, his entrepreneurial adventures began as he grew up in the small grocery story his father established after settling in Brooklyn, New York. Economic pressures of the time forced young Grubmeyer to drop out of school after the fifth grade. However, by his late teens Grubmeyer “knew there was more to the world than Brooklyn,” and with his restless spirit he “set out across the country in search of adventure and his own place in the world.” After detours that included an unsuccessful try at gold mining in Alaska, and a short retail stint in Seattle, that place in the world ended up to be Portland, where the wanderer arrived in 1909. It is from this locale that Leeson takes a microscopic look at Meyer’s retail journey, beginning with his modest partnership with a candy maker, later rising to manager of a tea company, and the early ventures in retailing.

Dealing with hearing loss By LEONE MILLER

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There are 50 million Americans living daily with the challenges of hearing loss and tinnitus. Even more troubling is that hearing loss is affecting people all across our society: one in seven adults, one in five teenagers, three in five returning veterans. By 2030 the total number of people with hearing loss is expected to double. This healthcare condition is truly an unseen epidemic. It’s possible to “survive” hearing loss. How do you define a survivor? If you watch TV, you see those who get through a contest when others fail or drop out. They become the winner. People survive earthquakes, fires and floods. They survive failures, divorces, alcoholism, rejection and loneliness. Many are cancer survivors, or survive other health programs, or overcome things that happen to them. They find a way to move on. For people with a disability, survival is a way

of life. Sometimes winning and sometimes falling on their faces with frustration and anger. But to be a winner we must accept the challenges before us and carry on in spite of hardships and trauma. We must persevere. Surviving hearing loss is a challenge that must be faced every day. Circumstances change constantly. Sometimes you hear well and often you don’t. Many don’t understand and think you could hear if you wanted to. There are things you’d like to do and you find that the energy needed to accomplish them or to attend an event are just too overwhelming. You cannot quit. You must not quit. You must enter the arena every single day and face the challenges that are there. Things will never be the same again. You’ll often be left out or choose to be left out because it is so overwhelming to make the effort. You might get laughed at. You might be ignored. But if you don’t make the effort, you will lose. You must persevere day after day. That is

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While details of his spartan personal life are interesting — “he cared little about clothes, and his closet was almost empty” — what is most compelling in Meyer’s journey is his focused attention on growing his business: “He would work seven days a week at the office, and sometimes wonder why his top executives were not there with him on Sundays,” Leeson writes. Further clues to his success are easy to find, for Meyer’s approach to business was clear, as Leeson lets us know: “As an entrepreneur, Meyer made decisions based on facts, not hunches. He told his executives that business was not a place for emotions. He wanted clear, direct answers and he would not tolerate wordy, pompous or unclear responses.” Business so permeated Meyer’s life that it even impacted his choice of wife, for Eva Chiles was “a hard worker with a good head for business.” For the 41 years of their marriage, until she died in 1960, “she worked side-by-

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South Corvallis Food Bank now provides free delivery of food boxes to homebound seniors and others who are homebound for medical reasons. The needs may be short- or long-term, and there is no charge for the food boxes or the delivery. Deliveries are made during the third week of the month. Contact Grant Carlin, project coordinator, at 541-7453968 or carlingrant@gm ail.com.

Program offers handywork

HELP, a program of the nonprofit Corvallis daytime Drop-in Center, offers to local residents help with yard work, cleaning out gutters and other odd home jobs. HELP provides homeless individuals with training and

side with Fred Meyer and provided a tempering influence to his aggressive and often abrasive management style.” As the book details the minutia of how Meyer’s empire grew and, after his death in 1978, began to dissipate, the reader is given the opportunity of gaining a better understanding of the political, social and economic climates that evolved over the years Leeson chronicles. For example, early on, Meyer helped pioneer the development of private brands, including his own My-Te-Fine labels, hence the source of the book’s title. Then there were the battles over placement of his stores, and the way he did business. While the scope of noteworthy details contained in the book are much too broad to condense in a few words, for readers interested in the details of how Fred Meyer built his retail empire, the “My-Te-Fine Merchant” is a highly informative read. Reviewed by DAVID R. NEWMAN jobs so that they may become self-supporting and re-enter the ranks of the regularly employed. HELP workers have background screening, are reliable and insured. Call Kevin Weaver at 541740-8131.

VISIT program needs more helpers

VISIT has become an important program in Linn and Benton counties by bringing volunteers into assisted living facilities to visit residents who have few or no visitors. Unfortunately this is an all-too-common situation. Participating in the VISIT program is not only meaningful for the resident, but very much so for the volunteers as well. Join up and make a difference in the life of another person. Contact Susan Schwartz at 541-752-7038 or George Keller at 541757-0443.

Community Health Centers of Benton and Linn Counties Now Serving Benton and Linn County Benton Health Center 530 NW 27th Street Corvallis, OR 97330 541-766-6835 Lincoln Health Center 121 SE Viewmont Ave. Corvallis, OR 97333 541-766-3546

Monroe Health Center 610 Dragon Drive Monroe, OR 97456 541-847-5143 East Linn Health Center 100 Mullins Drive #A-1 Lebanon, OR 97355 541-451-6920

Accepting New Medicare Patients Hours may vary by locations. Please call for an appointment

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updated and 25,000 more have been printed and are ready for distribution. The books have been distributed all over the United States to HLA chapters, other organizations, churches, pharmacies. Oregon Lions is helping to distribute the updated books. The books are free. This is no small project. Just the distribution has been a major feat, let alone raising the funds and getting the word out. Hours and hours have been spent

gathering usable information for hard of hearing folks. After all, who better understands what to tell those who are seeking help? If your organization would like us to speak about hearing loss, please contact a local chapter at hearinglossOR.org. We have chapters in Bend, Eugene, Salem, Portland, Roseburg and Albany. See an online newsletter or send an email to vngleone@comcast.net. ■

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HUD SUBSIDIZED UNITS for senior citizens 62 or older, disabled and/or handicapped, available at this time. We are committed to providing equal housing Home to Share opportunities. All utilities paid. Surfwood SHARED HOUSING IN Manor, 4545 SW Hwy PRIVATE home located 101, Lincoln City, 541NE Portland near 205 996-3477. Bridge. Private bedroom, bathroom. Sha- HUD SUBSIDIZED UNred kitchen, upper living ITS for senior citizens room, dining room, up- 62 or older, disabled per deck. Lower laundry and/or handicapped, room, designated days. available at this time. Enjoy outside lower We are committed to deck & yard with water providing equal housing feature. References req- opportunities. All utiliuired. No pets. 503- ties paid. Briarwood 251-4936, leave mes- Manor, 643 Manbrin, sage. Keizer, OR 97303, 541-

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HUD SUBSIDIZED UNITS for senior citizens 62 or older, disabled and/or handicapped, available at this time. We are committed to providing equal housing opportunities. All utilities paid. Glenwood Manor, 1687 NW LINCOLN CITY OCEAN Division St., Corvallis. VIEW. Historic Wec- 541-753-3408. oma neighborhood. 3 blocks to beach, 2bd- HUD SUBSIDIZED UNrms/queen beds, 2ba. ITS for senior citizens Fully equipped kitchen. 62 or older, disabled DISH TV/VCR/DVD. No and/or handicapped, smoking. Pets, maybe, available at this time. with deposit. Email We are committed to dehamer7848@msn.co providing equal housing

LINCOLN CITY OCEAN FRONT, fantastic view, fireplace, TV/VCR/DVD, 2 bdrms, kit/ dishwasher, no smoking, no pets. Very comfortable. 503843-3157. Email: holton @macnet.com.

HUD SUBISDIZED APARTMENTS for senior citizens, 62 or older. We offer spacious one bedroom apartments with private balconies, onsite laundry facility, community room & a courtyard with a nice Koi pond. All in the heart of downtown Eugene! Call 541-3430433 for more information! Lawrence Court Apartments provides equal housing opportunities. Emerald Property Management, 541-7414676.

18 Help Wanted EARN UP TO $50,000 a year, plus benefits, if you know how to sell advertising for Northwest Boomer & Senior News, located in Keizer. We have an immediate opening for a full time Advertising Representative with our Marion/Polk (Salem) edition. We’re looking for the right fit—a highly motivated & creative person who will enjoy the work as well as the challenge of growing our monthly print publication, which has been in business for 30 successful years, and a new quarterly magazine. You will have to establish your own

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30 For Sale SPINET PIANO! Appraised at $700. Will sell for $550 or make offer. Phone 503-3163914.

32 Cemetery Plots PREMIUM VIEW LOT at Belcrest. Asking $3000 obo. Original part of cemetery. 503-8713380.

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EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians; pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowlingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD Toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The Toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275.

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