Page 8—Vernonia Freedom
Healthy and vigorous economy for Oregon
Population
grow th,
economic
diversification, expanding international
trade and renewable natural resources all
add up to a forecast for a “healthy,
vigorous” Oregon economy over the next
decade.
So notes U.S, B ancorp’s Oregon
Business Barometer, a quarterly report
on the state’s economy prepared by the
firm’s economics department, headed by
Dr, Kevin R. Kelly, vice president.
. Over the last decade, Oregon has
ranked well above the national averages
in economic activity. According to the
Barometer, this trend should continue
into the 1980s.
Although employment and income in
Oregon’s forest products industry will
decline in relation to total state figures,
our renewable lumber resources will
contunue to be a major source of benefits
to out economy in the next decade. In the
agricultural sector, th e Barom eter
predicts less farm employment,
increasing average farm size and higher
labor productivity. Exports of farm
products could reach $38 billion during
1979-80, a fivefold increase during the
decade, and the export market should
continue to grow in future years. “Our
highly skilled m arketingroriented
farmers remain one of the state’s most
valuable resources,’’ sta te s
the
Barometer.
The current grain embargo ordered by
President Carter may cause an export loss
of about 350 million bushels of corn and
75 million bushels of wheat. Unless other
world markets or government grain
removal efforts can absorb this shortfall,
grain industry prices will be lower than
was earlier forecast. On the positive side,
new China trade channels have recently
opened up for white wheat.
Em ploym ent in Oregon’s high
technology industries increased 57.3
percent between 1973 and 1979. The
1980s should bring continued rapid
growth and possible expansion of this
industry throughout Oregon, adding
employment and income stability
statewide. Oregon’s trade and services
industries experienced exceptional
growth in the 1970s, and the Barometer
predicts the trend will continue.
In the national outlook, the Barometér
estimates the current recession may last
10 to 12 months, with a two to three
percent drop in real output. In the Pacific
Northwest, however, “flat to modest
growth remains the best bet. ’ ’,:
B alladtow n U.S.A. M arch 7-8
The celebratioon responsible for Forest
Grove’s “Balledtown U.S.A.” nickname
returns March 7 and 8 with the 34th
annaul rendition of the Original All
Northwest Barbershop Ballad Contest
and Gay 90’s Festival.
The Barbershop Ballad contest remains
the focus of the weekend celebration with
its Friday and S aturday night
productions. The Four Cheers Quartet of
Portland is slated to perform its 1978 and
1979 championship showings at this
year’s contest. The Occidentals of North
Hollywood California is the guest
quartet.
Designed to invite participation from
the entire community, the Festival
includes numerous contests, events and
exhibits sposored by local businesses and
service organizations.
The Welcome Wagon Club will
coordinate window and costume judging
with an assist from the public relations
staff of Forest Grove Community
Hospital. Forest Grove National Bank
has given its support to Friday’s Pie
Eating Contest and Saturday’s Cribbage
Tournament while financial neighbor
W ashington Federal is sponsoring a
Friday afternoon Senior Citizen Costume
Contest. March 8, Saturday, finds the
Kiwanis Cl^’o hosting their 28th Annual
Pancake breakfast, the Rotary Club
coordinating the noon parade, and the
Lions Club sponsoring an Old Time
Fiddlers Contest. In addition the Western
Washington County Jaycees will host a
National Guard display and the Tualatin
Valley Gem club will hold their annual
Gay 90’s Show. This is ju st a sampling of
the type of events and their respective
sponsors for this years event themed
“Harmony Round-Up”.
A complete listing of events and
further information is available from the
Chamber of Commerce, 357-3006.
Salt ends
Feb. 29
One ex tra
day to shop!
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Sheep productioirpresented
BOWLING
An introductory program on sheep
production will be offered by the
Extension Service on Feb. 21 at 7 pm in
St. Helens and on Feb. 22 at 7 pm in
Vernonia. The St. Helens program will be
in the Extension Office in the Courthouse
and in Vernonia at the West Oregon
Electric Coop meeting room. Topics
covered will include breed selection,
management, equipment, diseases, feed
and lambing. All are welcome and there is
no charge.
4-H Rabbit judging Sat.
Columbia County 4-H club members
with rabbit projects will have an
opportunity to participate in a judging
contest on Saturday, Feb. 23, according
to Robert H. Stevely, Columbia County
Extension agent. The contest will be held
at the Rock Creek Campus of the Portland
Community College from 9 am to 12:00
noon.
Mr. Don Hunter of PCC will show the
proper methods of tatooing and of fryer
selection. The contest will consist 'of
identifying rabbit items, identifying
breeds and varieties of rabbits, judging
several classes of rabbits, and a class of
tanned pelts. They will also be asked to
answer written questions. Intermediate
and senior 4-H club members will be
asked to give reasons for the order in
which they place the rabbits. 4-H
members, leaders and parents are-asked
to meet at the PCC rabbit barn at 9 am
sharp.
5 day plan to stop smoking
A nother “ 5 Day Plan To Stop
Smoking”, and a nightly film will begin
March 9, and continue till March 13. The
clinic is at seven each evening at the High
School Room number one. Dr. Winnton
Bunnell M.D. will be the instructor.
Those who wish to quit smoking
permanently are invited to attend, There
is no charge. If you need more information
call Leland Seibert a t 429-6161.
WOMEN’S CITY TOURNAMENT
WINNERS
TEAM—Jordan Finishers. ....... . 2736
All Events Scratch—Alice Ellson... 1596
All events Handicap—Trudy MagoffI825
Singles scratch—Alice Ellson. ....... . 593
Singles handicap—Trudy Magoff__ 649
Doubles scratch—Alice Ellson & Jeanett
D ass....................................... .
1003
Doubles handicap—Bess Moser & Dot
White.................. ........ ..........Z . . . 1166
Hi game scratch—Alice Ellson.. . . . . . 245
Hi game handicap—Mel Wilson._____247
Sunday Mixed, February 10
Unknown
55i/2-36l/ 2
Hot Shots ?? _
49-43
Easy Rollers
49-43
Go Getters ,
48-44
A-Variety
47.45
Misfits
42.50
H iLo’s
39.53
StrikeOuts
371/2-541/2
High team series, Unknowns 2199; H ig h
individual series, Mickey Johnson 575, Shawn
Naeve 511; High individual game, Mickey
Johnson 202, Shawn Naeve 198; Mickey
Johnson picked up 6 splits, Jack Wendlin
picked up 4 splits, Shawn Naeve picked up 3
splits, all on lanes 7 & 8.
Wednesday Mens, February 13
Pine Cone Cafe
22-10
Vernonia Drug
20-12
Mist Shake & Ridge
19-13
Vernonia Milk
17-15
Cedar Side Inn
15-17
Jaycees
12-20
Don’s Auto
12-20
Teachers
11-21
High team series, Pine Cone Cafe 2758; H ig h
individual series, L. Alford 569; High individual
game, Henry Anderegg 217.
Thursday Mens, February 14
Out House Gange
23-9
Brunsman’s Hardware
19-13
Eagle Office Restaurant
18-14
Alpine Lanes
15-17
Cedar Side Inn
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14*/2-171/2
Mike’s Tavern
14-18
West Oregon Elect
121/2-191/2
Lew’s Place
12-20
High team series, Lew’s Place 2794; H ig h
individual series, Rick Knight 585; High
individual game, Bill Cota 223; Pete Dunay 200-
557, John Dotter 190-557, Virg Hiveley 211,
DeWayne King 205, Stan Wilkerson 208, Rick
Garcia 205.
long Handle?
Shovel
GENUINE COWHIDE
CARPENTER APRON
10 pockets, sturdy construction.
No. 25196. Save $5.00 Reg. 27.99
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6 DRAWER STORAGE
FRAMING HAMMER
ORGANIZER
24 oz. Vaughan professional
m odel. N o. 505M . Reg. 14,98
From A k ro M ills. Each d ra w e r
has adjustable divider. Reg. 5.79
Prices good through Sunday, February 24
8 Carpet Styles to Choose From
Many colors in each style
SALE
STYLE
(Carpet Only)
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22.95
14.95
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21.75
13.50
16.95
17.50
22.75
FREE ESTIMATES • INSTALLATION AVAILABLE
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MON.-SAT. 8-8, SUN. 10-5
P e r sq. yd.
Avanti . . . . . . . . . . . 19.30
Chantilly .
Rematch (Jute). . . .
5.39
Shadow W a ltz ..
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Signet. .
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Spring is Here. . . . . . 14.30
Star Flair . .
. 14.75
Vicara .
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2030 Main St.
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BALLAD TOWN CENTER
Mon.-Fri. 10 7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5 ’
ORIGINAL ITALIAN FOOD
Lasagna - Ravioli - Manicotti - Spaghetti
Pizza - Canneioni - Veal Scalloplni
Veal Parmigiana - Chicken Caccitore
Lunch • Dinner • Beer - Wine
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Seating for 300
Across from Pacific University
Open 10 a:m.-11 p.m. 7 days
Take out or eat here
2032 Pacific Ave., Forest Grove
357-3998