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Page B6 December 8. 2004 Æl" :)Jnrtlani> (© baeruer Afrocentric Books Find New Home continued S ports Firing Narrows Coaching Ranks from Metro recession took a noticeable toll on his business and forced his move. “If you don't have a dispos able income, you have to cut back on certain types o f enter tainment," said Hill ofhis struggle as a book retailer during hard times. He added, "People aren’t read ing like they should. My primary objective is to get people to read.” Hill describes his new space, conveniently located near the north Portland branch o f the Multnomah County Library, as “quaint.” His biggest challenge during the holiday season is keeping his profile high despite Reflections’ transitory past. “What I’m trying to do now is re-instill custom er loyalty so people know where I am,” he said. For information about Reflec tions Mirror-1 mage BiMikstoreor the various programs and events it hosts, call 503-288-9003. 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