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Page 8...The Portland Observer...November 11,1992
Citing Government Figures,
TCI Cablevision Of Oregon
Says Cable Bill Would Force
$4 Monthly Increase
is one which would force cable custom­
ers to pay extra for the major network
broadcast stations they are currently
receiving. “We think it’s just plain un­
fair that all cable customers will have to
pay extra for programming others watch
for free with an antenna,” he said. He
added, “We charge our customers for
the wires and equipment needed to im­
prove reception of the major networks,
like CBS. Now this bill would result in
charges for the programming itself-pro-
gramming that is already paid for with
billions in advertising dollars and which
others see for free.”
Tierney also added that TCI is en­
couraging its customers to contact their
Senators and Congressman to express
their disapproval of the Cable Bill.
“What started out with good intentions
has evolved into poorly written, cum­
bersome legislation what will raise cable
rates, not lower them. We urge every­
one to let their Senators and Congress­
man know how unjust the Cable Bill
really is.”
TCI Cablevision of Oregon, Inc.
which provides cable television service
to homes in West Portland, Multnomah
County, Washington County, Clacka­
mas County, West Linn, Oregon City
and Gladstone, today officially voiced
opposition to proposed Congressional
legislation which would increase cable
consumers’ monthly charge from $2.00-
$4.00, based on government and indus­
try figures.
“The ‘Cable Bill’ as it is commonly
known, began as a legitamate attempt to
set guidelines for basic cable rates,”
said Bill Tierney, System General Man­
ager. “However, as the B ill went through
the Congressional process, the major
networks and other special interests
pushed through amendments which took
it out of the realm of consumer protec­
tion. W hat’s left of the Cable Bill is a
bonanza for these special interests at the
expense of the nation’s cable custom­
ers. It will raise rates, not lower them.”
According to Tiemey, one of the
Cable Bill’s most troubling provisions
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A major summit conference of rep­
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man rights, as well as economic and
social issues, has been scheduled by the
National Association of Black Organi­
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November 13-14, according to its chair,
Dr. Benjamin L. Hooks, Executive Di-
rector/CEO, NAACP.
The conference will be held at the
Howard Inn and represents a continua­
tion of efforts begun in 1990 when the
NAACP convened a meeting of over
100 representatives of black organiza­
tions for the purpose of establishing a
mechanism able to coordinate and en­
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self-help initiatives, such as drug treat-
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Agency ’ s newest program kicks off
Nov. 21 with a workshop celebrating
“the passage through mid-life”
In the next 20 years, 20 million
women will reach menopausal age. By
2020, the number will be an estimated
60 million.
In a society that worships youth,
reaching mid-life is a “crisis” for many
women. But the passage through a new
stage of life can be exciting and liberat­
ing, says Lauren Hartmann, Director of
Patients Services at Planned Parenthood
of the Columbia/Willamette.
To help women overcome anxi­
eties related to aging. Planned Parent­
hood now offers Center Stage, a new
program of medical, educational and
counseling services for women ap­
proaching the end pf their reproductive
years.
“A third of Planned Parenthood's
patients arc 30 or older, and this pro­
gram will enhance our services to women
across their life-span,” Hartmann said.
The program starts Saturday, Nov.
21, with a workshop, “Center Stage: A
Women’s Forum Celebrating the Pas­
sage Through Mid-life.” With registra­
tion at 8:30 a m., the forum will start at
9 a.m. in the conference room of the
agency’s center at 3231 S.E. 50th Ave.,
Portland.
The forum will feature four speak­
ers:
Mildred Davy, 81 year-old general
manager of KTIL Radio in Tillamook,
Ore., and host of “it’sa Woman’s World,”
a radio talk show.
Betsy Love, registered nurse and
program manager for Providence Medi­
cal Center’s Metabolic Bone disorders.
Her topic: “Osteoporosis.”
Phyllis Brow, Portland obstetrician/
gynecologist. Topic: “ Demystifying
Hormone Therapy.”
Joan Starker, MSW, Ph.D., Port­
land clinical social worker. Topic:
“ Mid-life: Turning Crisis into Op­
portunity.”
Cost of the program is $35, which
includes continental breakfast.
Hartmann said the agency is asking
individuals as well as business, civic,
government and other groups to donate
the cost of at least one registration fee for
women who would not otherwise be able
to attend.
To register or contribute a registra­
tion fee, call 775-4931.
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