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T he P ortland O bserver • S eptember 7, 199 4 P age A 7 arti» bBEriier Natural Gas Is Available A m ple supplies o f natural gas at com petitive prices w ill be available to meet the future energy needs o f the United States, according to the A m e ri can Gas Association. “ Natural gas is the consumers’ best energy choice because o f the excel lent long-term supply o utlook and the price advantage it holds over compet ing energies,” says A .G .A . President M ichael Baly. "T h is , com bined w ith h ig h -e ffi cie n cy natural gas appliances and equipm ent, makes it possible fo r con sumers to save m oney on energy b ills ,” Baly said. “ Am erica has at least a 65-year sup ply o f natural gas at current produc tion levels, based on the latest report o f the Potential Gas C om m ittee o f the C olorado School o f Mines. That re port says the total U.S. recoverable natural gas resources are 1,168 t r il lion cubic feet,” Baly says. Natural Gas Bums Cleaner Natural gas is the cleanest-burning fossil fuel, and when used in place o f other m ore-polluting fuels, can actu ally help reduce air po llu tio n , accord ing to the Am erican Gas Association. Natural gas is cleaner-burning than other fossil fuels because it is com posed c h ie fly o f methane — a m o l ecule made up o f one carbon atom and fo u r hydrogen atoms. When methane is burned com pletely, the p rin c ip a l products o f combustion are carbon d i oxide and water vapor. In comparison, o il and coal com pounds are far more com plicated mo lecular structures. They include a high ratio o f carbon, as w e ll as various sul fu r com pounds. Therefore, o il and coal em it more pollutants in to the at mosphere when burned, A .G .A . says. U sing natural gas instead o f gaso line in cars, trucks and buses can help reduce urban pollution and smog. This is because natural gas emits less re active hydrocarbons and nitrogen ox ides than o ther fuels, the p rin c ip a l e m is s io n s re s p o n s ib le fo r sm og, A .G .A . says. AIR CONDITIONING AND HEATING “ A ir D uct System H elps S olve A ir Q uality P roblem s” -F o r all the facts, phone 800 654 3103. “ Total In d o o r C o m fo rt” -C a ll 1 800 CASH OFF for name of contractor near you. "P roperly Designed Zoning S yste m "- Call 1 800 HOT SALE. “ Save Up to 30% on Heating and Cool- ln g ” -C all 1 800 HOT SALE “ Heat Pum ps, A V ersatile H eating/ Cooling S olution" Write to: ARI, Dept 94/01, 4301 N. Fairfax Dr., Suite 425, Arlington, VA 22203 and send a stamped, addressed business envelope. Beauty Of Ornamental Iron In Maintenance-Free Fencing Renter’s Forum To Address Rights A G O O D IN V E S T M E N T Energy Facts Ninety-nine percent o f the natural gas consumed in the United Sûtes comes from North America, w ith 90 percent coming from the lower-48 states. ROOFING The traditional look o f wrought iron fencing has been making a strong come back over the past few years. This type o f fence lends a distinctive elegance and charm in its appearance that other fences lack. However, the frequent painting and constant maintenance associated with it (not to mention the rust) have kept many people from purchasing wrought iron products. Recently, many people have discovered a fence that offers the dignified appear ance and protection o f wrought iron with out the bother or the rust. Jerith Manu facturing Company in Philadelphia, PA has created an ornamental fence that is fabricated from aluminum and is guaran teed for as long as you own your fence! Jerith fences are ideal for swimming pool enclosures, as well as for coastal areas where dampness causes wrought iron and steel fencing to be a chore to maintain. Jerith’s Aluminum Ornamental Fence can not rust even under the most severe weather conditions. Jerith fences never need painting or maintenance because their powder- coated finish is guaranteed not to peel, crack, or chip. In addition, Jerith's ex clusive aluminum alloy allows a typ i cal section o f fence to support over 300 pounds, which makes it as strong as a steel section. This unique fence is avail able in a wide variety o f colors, styles and heights to complement any type o f architecture. As a manufacturer o f alu m inum products fo r over 40 years, Jerith has b u ilt a reputation fo r high quality and product durability. This is why Jerith includes a Lifetime Warranty on every item it sells. For a free brochure displaying Jerith’s full line o f maintenance-free aluminum fences, w rite to Jerith Manufacturing Company, Dept. HTO5, 3901 G Street, Philadelphia, PA 19124. Banks Stop Work Day To Help Neighbors Employees o f Key Bank o f O r egon armed w ith buckets, hammers, paint brushes, brooms and garbage bags w ill hit the streets in a massive volunteer effort to help communities around the state. The second annual “ Neighbors Make the Difference,” Sept. 13 event provides free labor and volunteer assistance to social service groups and non-profit agencies. Key Bank employees w ill trade in their b rie f cases and suits fo r tool boxes and jeans to participate in a wide variety o f projects ranging from a park clean-up to yard w ork for seniors, to painting a homeless shel ter, to w orking w ith youth. The project list fo r Portland in cludes assisting patients and p ro vid ing maintenance work on the grounds at Emanuel Hospital, 2801 N. Gan- tenbein; painting the recreation room at the Columbia Boys and G irls Club, 7602 N. Emerald; and w orking w ith children at the C olum bia V illa hous ing development at 9009 N. Foss. “ W e’re totally non-profit, un der funded, so volunteers are an ex trem ely valuable com m odity,” said Dennis Dolph o f Reach Center, a Portland residential center fo r m u lti handicapped children. M any o f Key Bank’ s branch offices w ill tem porarily close on the afternoon o f Sept. 13 to demonstrate the bank’ s b e lie f in volunteer action and to illustrate a conviction to im p ro v in g the q u a lity o f life in Am erica’ s neighborhoods. In Oregon, Key Bank em ploy ees w ill donate time to complete 60 projects totaling more than 32,000 volunteer hours. Gov. Barbara Rob erts is commending the project as an “ excellent example o f public ser vice,” and her praise is echoed by mayors from around the state. “ How To Keep Gutter» Debrl»-Fr»e Contact Crane Plastics, Inc. or phone 800 420 7246. “ W o o d ru f" R o oting S h in g le L ooks Like Natural Cedar” -W rite to: Masonite Corporation, Marketing Services, One South Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60606. PDC "'P o WPL a ND DEVUoPMENT COMMISSION MEETING Date. September 15,1994 Place: Albers M ill 1200 N W Front Portland, Oregon Time: 7:00 p.m. There w ill be a forum on the rights and responsibilities o f renters Tuesday, Sept. 27 at 7 p.m. at the Piedmont Friends Church, 5736 N. A lbina Ave., one block north o f K illingsw orth Street. The event w ill feature speakers from M ultnomah County Legal A id, Portland Housing Center, Oregon Legal Services and the Y M C A who w ill discuss how tenants can protect themselves under Oregon’s landlord/ tenant act. Presentations w ill be made in both Spanish and English. Speakers w ill answer questions about evictions, repairs, housing dis crim ination and other housing is sues. There w ill be time fo r answer ing specific questions from the audi- ence. Representatives from a variety o f organ izations which assist tenants w ill be on hand w ith informational resources. The Piedmont church can be reached on Tri-m et bus lines 4 and 72. A light meal w ill be served at 6 p.m. and free child care w ill be avail able. The event is free and open to thepublic. To reserve child care o rto request accommodations for persons with disabilities please call 288-0317. Sponsors o f the forum include the Oregon Housing N O W C oali tion, the Portland Housing Center, the St. Johns Y M C A and Com m u nity Partnership Program, Hispanic Access and Multnomah County le gal Aid. r A I . ; 3? -J HQKVtZST VORTO/-',.- Commission meetings are open to the public. A complete agenda is available at PDC or by calling 823-3200. Citizens with disabilities may call 823-3232 or T D D 823-6868 tor assistance at least 48 hours in advance. H. Francene Grewe Branch Manager Sales Representative Norwest Mortgage, Inc 825 NE Multnomah Portland, OR 97211 PDC is the Q t y of Portland's urban renewal, housing and economic development agency. Office 503-235-1940 FAX 503-235-1948 Pager 503-635-1622 lad’s J.L.S. Lawn Service office: 503-335-0263 pager: 503-940-7721 Service Estimates Speedy Service Friendly Call For Quote LISCENSED IN OREGON SINCE 1975 Singles A Seniors, I can help you! “ 1st Class Gaurantee” A-ZEBRA heating oils «Mis T==T Best Cash Prices 104 NE Russel Portland, OR 97212 George A. Hendrix 282-5111 MBA, GRI, Broker B Realty Inc. 300 NE Multnomah, Suite #16 Portland, Oregon 97232 (503) 230-1390 • (Res.) 287-6837 American Standard Introduces Attractive Pedestal Styling At An Affordable Price A new vitreous china lavatory from Am erican Standard offers beautiful pedestal styling fo r even the smallest budgets. W ith contem porary sty lin g and a generous basin, the 24" x 18" lava to ry is a w elcom e a d d itio n to any b a th ro o m . A n d w ith fo u r-in c h o r e ig h t-in ch faucet punchings and 19 available colors, the Cadet offers no shortage o f design choices. McMurphy's Appliance Center Washer fit Dryer *199” Refrigerators From ‘ 129“ Key Bank of Oregon has committed Tuesday, September 13 to be Neighbors Make The Difference Day. We ll be closing most of our 85 branches from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. so our employees can join together and work to give something back to our communities. This is part of Key Bank’s nationwide effort to be a good neighbor as well as being a good bank. Some of our branches will remain open to continue handling your banking needs. To find a Key Bank that will remain open, check the listing, or call us at 1-800-685-0222. Ranges From * 129“ Open Mon. - M . 9:00om to 5:00pm Saturday 10.OOom to 2:00pm Sunday Closed • On September 13 we'll be taldn ” afternoon o lendahand. * : > 8 , : : Sales • Service « Parts W tâ ï Portland Area Head Office West Burnside Milwaukie Lake Grove Progress Plaza King City Hilltop Multnomah Cascade Gateway Gresham Mall Aloha Estacada •Upon jppmval of credit Member EPIC and an Equal Opportunity Lender A KeyCorp Bank \nierii ii > neighhoiliooil lunik 790-7696 226-7283 653-3310 635-6671 626-3917 620-3513 657-2223 243-3677 981-2192 243-3654 666-1546 642-2580 630-7741 North Willamette Valley North Town 472-0571 Newberg 538-1318 Hood River Area Indian Creek 386-6252 Salem Area North Salem 393-8750 Battlecreek 399-2724 Albany Area Albany Main 967-6808 Lebanon 259-1121 Brownsville 466-5191 Eugene Area Eugene Main 18th & Chambers Harrisburg Medford Area Williams Plaza East Medford Ashland 484-3503 484-3521 484-3404 479-2299 734-2680 482-2451 BANK Americas neighborhood bank
