J une 15, 1994 • T he P ortland O bserver
P age A 6
PCC Announces
Short Course On
Gems
Vacation Insurance
Planning a successful summer
driving vacation involves more than
arranging overnight stays or know
ing how many states will be visited on
the journey. A '
Attention to details, including
preventive automobile maintenance,
is the key to a stress-free driving
vacation, reports AAA Oregon.
“ Most drivers th ink accidents and
roadside breakdowns happen during
other people’s vacations,” said Roger
Graybeal, AAA Oregon president.
“Yet, millions of motorists each year
experience a roadside emergency and
find out they are unprepared.”
Before taking a trip, have your
car inspected by a certified automo
tive technician. Have tires and tire
pressure checked, spare tire included.
Some technicians inspect ve
hicles at no charge; others charge as
much as S50. Ask about the cost
beforehand, but have an inspection
performed. It will still be cheaper
than a breakdown.
T here are a few things you
can inspect yourself. C heck ail
fluid levels, including oil, c o o l
ant, w indshield w asher fluid and
battery w ater, if your car does not
have a m aintenance-free battery.
C heck w indshield w ipers, hoses
and belts for excessive wear.
Proper oil and coolant levels are
particularly important to your car’s
performance and should be moni
tored throughout your trip.
T hings can go wrong no m at
ter how well you prepare, so i t ’s a
good idea to carry em ergency sup
plies. Your supply kit should have
jum per calbes, basic hand tools,
flares or reflectiv e w arning tri
angles, first-a id k it, flash lig h t
with fresh batteries, jack, duct
tape and gloves.
If you expect to be traveling at
odd hours or off the beaten path,
consider carrying a citizens band ra
dio or cellular phone for summoning
help, if needed.
Don ’ t overload your vehicle with
luggage, AAA advises. Determine
your car’s carrying capacity, normally
listed in pounds on a sticker attached
to the driver’s door. A fully loaded
vehicle can put excessive stress on
tires, brakes and suspension compo
nents, so pack as lightly as possible.
When loading the car, position lug
gage so itdoesn’tobstructthe driver’s
view or shift during braking or sharp
turns.
Check your route for food, fuel
and rest stops. Stopping every few
hours will help fight fatigue. Make
hotel or motel reservations before
hand.
It’s a good idea to carry as little
cash as possible. A major credit card
and traveler’s cheques are safer op
tions. Take the telephone numbers of
friends to call in case of emergencies,
and let someone know your itinerary.
A full-service motor club can
offer route planning, reservations,
travelers cheques, car care advice and
roadside assistance if you need it. No
one can be assured of a perfect trip,
but proper planning can increase the
odds.
Enjoy the trip and remember to
buckle up.
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Spirit Of Portland To Swing Into
“Moonlight Cruises”
T he S p irit o f P o rtla n d , is
Portland’s newest river cruise dining
experience and is offering Moonlight
Dance Cruises every Friday and Sat
urday night from 11:00 p.m. to 1:00
a.m. Moonlight Dance Cruises are a
wonderful way to cap off an evening
downtown. The Spirit of Portland
will offer live music and dancing
under the stars to Portland’s finest
dance bands every weekend through
out the year.
Some of the exciting cruises
coming up will feature...
• June 3rd & 4th Gene Houck/Jean
Pierre Duo
• June 10th & 11th One, Two...
• June 17th & 18th Two Much
• June 24th & 25th
L is a
Tyack/Dave Lee Duo
The new est attraction to dock
along the c ity ’s scenic seaw all,
The S pirit o f P ortland offers a
variety o f lunch, brunch and d in
ner cruises. The S pirit o f P o rt
land is the c ity ’s finest luxury
dining cruise ship. The S p irit of
P ortland cruised into town on May
5th, and has already w ow ed p a s
sengers with its exceptional food,
g liste n in g m arble dance flo o r,
soothing pianist, ex u b eran t w ait
staff and relaxing atm osp h ere.
Tickets are $10.95 in advance
and $12.95 dockside. For advance
reservations call the Spirit of Port
land at (503) 224-3900. Boarding is
at Tom Waterfront Park at S W Front
& Salmon Street.
“Gems and Jewelry Purchasing”
is the title of a one-session class that
will meet Thursday, June 30, at the
Portland Community College Cas
cade Campus, 705 N. Killingsworth
St.
Instructor Rebecca Branin, a
graduate gemologist and registered
jeweler, will cover the ins and outs ol
buying smart and how to avoid being
taken. She will offer practical infor
mation on how to eliminate risk and
ensure value. The class will be from 7
to 9 p.m. in Room 216, Terrell Hall
Cost is $7.
PCC Offers
Class For
Flaggers
Hours:
£
Mon.- Fri. 9-6 s
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New Recaps in stock
100% Warranty to
50% Of Tread
ALL TIRES SALES
Free Mount and Balance
Split Rims $5.00
N IR O SELL OUT
155-80-R13............... $36.32
165-80-R 13.............. $37.76
175-80-R13
$38.46
185-80-R13 .
$39.84
185-70-R14................$40.68
205-75-R15..
$45.00
215-75-R15............... $46.39
225-75-R15
$49.10
215-85-R16
$65.00
225-75-R16
$65.00
245-75-R16LT
$74.10
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’ passenger car only, some
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AURORA SELL OUT
165-SR13 ..............$33.41
205-75-15
$42.85
215-75-R15..............$44.10
225-75-R15..............$46.70
185-70-R13
$38.88
195-70-HR14........... $43.65
215-60-HR15
$55.35
245-60-HR14
$58.59
Portland Community College
Flat Repairs 53.00 and Up
As is Blems Laredos
will present two sections of a course
Split Rims 510.00
Available o n ly in sizes
in traffic-control training for flaggers
used stock steel rim s $5.00 and
31-10-50X15........................ $74.95
this summer at the PCC Cascade
245-75-R16
$74.95 UP + $5.00 to m o u n t and balance.
Campus, 705 N. Killingsworth St.
OVERSTOCKED
O verstocked in used m ag ritns-
Instructor Freddi Williams will
Hubcaps and c e n te r caps
chrom es and o th e rs d ir t cheap,
(some fo r FREE)
w e also sell some ne w rims.
cover the work zone and other tempo
rary traffic control systems flaggers
must understand thoroughly as a re
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quirement for Oregon certification. A
$5 book fee will be payable to the
instructor in class. The class will
meet from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday i i With this Coupon - One Per Person • Tube type not included | g
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June 25, and again Saturday, July 16,
in Room 216, Terrell Hall. Cost is
$25.
TIRE CENTER
1 FREE FLAT REPAIR;
The
ODbserrier challenges...
the following businesses to this year’s 4th Annual 1994 James Boozer Memorial Golf
Tournament:
The Skanner Newspaper
The Oregonian
U.S. Bank
1st Interstate Bank
Willamette Weekly
American State Bank
Safeway Corporation
Portland Police
KBMS Radio
Portland Community College
The James Boozer Memorial Golf Tournament in honor of the late James Boozer a man who
was highly regarded in the community for his dedication, contributions, and the compassion and
concern he showed for the young people of Portland.
For more information call: Kim Maney at 282-9173 or voice mail at 321-5052
uffalo Soldeicrs Take Part In Annual Rose Parade
Pictured above, driver and Trooper John Craig who’s been a part of the Buffalo Soldier Organization for 11 years. Trooper John takes part in activities for the soldiers all over the United States.
Northwest Regiment Of The Buffalo Soldiers March Proudly In The Annual Grand Floral Parade
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Youngsters from area high schools do their part to enhance the success The Buffalo Solders
participation for this years festival. Pictures above are Terry Barnett, Tony Slider, Michan Stevenson
andKuwana Watson.