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July 18, 2007
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News a n d reviews on new m otor vehicles
2007 Infiniti M35 AWD Sedan
Infiniti M: Designed to Outperform
by
K athleen C arr
The Infiniti M successfully
blends aggression and sophisti­
cation to create visual flair and
dynam ic perform ance. There are
plenty o f cars in this class that
provide luxury and a few that
might have better perform ance.
But the Infiniti M -series put the
two together in a more engaging
package than any of its peers.
The M35 features a m uscular
3.5-liter V6 that pumps out 275-
hp and 268 Ib-ft o f torque.
T he M35 A W D we tested
sprinted to 60 mph in 6.9 seconds
and ran the quarter-m ile in an a
cool 14.9 seconds. This brawny
m otor is coupled to an awesom e
5 -s p e e d
a u to m a tic
w ith
a u to m a n u a l c a p a b ilitie s and
dow nshift rev-m atching tran s­
m ission that offers up an im pec­
cable degree o f responsiveness,
making for fun times behind the
wheel. Topping things off is a
double-w ishbone front, multilink
rear suspension system that doles
out ju st the right mix o f com pli­
ance and firmness. The M35 chal­
lenges com petitors in this seg­
ment to step up the pace.
Standard safety features on the
M35 are antilock disc brakes (with
brake assist), stability control,
front-seat side airbags, full-length Specifications: 3.5-Liter 24-Valve 6-Cylinder 2 7 5 -h p @ 2 6 8 Ib-ft torque engine: 5 -S p e e d Auto
Transm ission w /M anual Shift M ode & D ow nshift R ev Matching: Intelligent All-wheel Drive S y ste m
side curtain airbags and active
w / S now m ode: 1 7-City 24-Highway MPG: $ 5 4 ,9 0 0 M SRP
head restraints for the front seats,
tire pressure m onitoring system ing system that alerts drivers of but itsappeal isn't merely cosmetic. M 35’s interior is comfortably ap­
w /location display and a first aid unintended lane drifting.
The car's cabin is decadently spa­ pointed with well built leather seats,
With its understated good looks, cious, with class leading amounts 10-way adjustable driver seat,
kit. One o f the coolest safety fea­
tures is the lane departure warn- the 2007 Infiniti M35 is attractive. of head and legroom. The Infiniti heated and cooled front seats, one-
Mobile Command Serves Ice Cream
The large RV that serves as the
Portland Police Bureau's East Pre­
cinct Mobi le Command Center was
stocked and ready to go. Only it
wasn't preparing to go to an em er­
gency, it was stocked with icecream
and popsicles.
Organizers have used the Mo­
bile Command Center on some re­
cent warm summer days to give
way ice cream and connect with
neighbors. Kids, parents and any­
one who come by during these
stops had an opportunity to inter­
act with officers in a positive, re­
laxed environment.
"I didn't know what was up at
first," said RoccoCaravelli. a skate­
boarder at Glenhaven Skate Park. "I
think this is pretty cool."
"It is important for our commu­
nity to see the police in a friendly
setting," said Ruth Hander, Chair
fro m M etro
going to work on had been written
in only two months.
“Inspiration doesn’t have a time
limit, especially if the story is based
on d iv in e in te rv e n tio n ,” said
Solomon-Rogers, who contends
that the play will impact everyone,
regardless if they have ever had a
su b sta n c e
ab u se
p ro b lem .
Monique has never used crack
cocaine but was able to collaborate
with her husband on reliving the
painful journey of getting clean.
"The play is really about redemp­
tion and that no matter how far out
there you can go there is always an
opportunity to be redeemed," said
Monique, who Sultan feels was
pivotal in his three years of being
drug free.
“Monique had a lot todo with me
and my recovery and she was some­
one I felt I could trust and was very
considerate. She was a God send,"
said Sultan, who also credits his
religious faith of the Nation of Islam
for guidance through the produc­
tion of the play.
The project that started back in
I
A. C. Green Sr.
A funeral was held M onday, ship. In 1961, he married Leola M.
July 16, 2007, in A lbina C hris­ Thom pson.
tian Life Center in Portland for
Survivors include his wife;
A.C. Green Sr., who died July 9 daughter, V anessa: sons, Lee,
o f a heart attack at age 74. Mr. Steve and A.C. Jr., the former
Green was born Dec. 31,1932, in NBA basketball player: brother.
Ballinger,Texas.
Chester; sisters, Lena Buggs and
He moved in the m id-1950s Mary Cooper; 11 grandchildren;
to Portland and in 1987 to and two great-grandchildren.
Arrangem ents by Ross Holly­
G resham , and was a detail man
for Bud Meadows Auto D ealer­ wood Chapel.
A New Worship Experience In Northeast Portland
Northwest Voice For Christ Community Church
Portland Police Bureau officers hand o u t ice cream an d po p sicles.
of the Madison South Neighbor­
hood Association. "The kids and
adults were able to enjoy ice cream
and talk toourpolice without being
afraid of them."
H ander helped organize the
event in his neighborhood and even
secured an ice cream donation from
the local Fred Meyer store.
Gospel CD Release Concert
Jakara
to maker her feel special.
Jakara is one of approximately
300 Oregon chi Idren avai lable for
adoption through the state, gen­
erally because of abuse and ne­
glect.
For more information on the
availability of this child, or on
how to become a foster or adop­
tive parent, contact the Special
Needs Adoption Coalition at 503-
542-2392 or DHS at 1-800-331-
0503.
The General Baptist Convention
of the Northwest invites the com­
munity to join them in a concert to
kickoff its annual session on Mon­
day, July 23 at 7 p.m. at Vancouver
Avenue First Baptist Church. 3138
N. Vancouver Ave.
The concert will benefit the Wi I -
liams-Allen Scholarship Fund and
serve as a CD release party for a
locally produced gospel album
"H eavenly B rother,” produced
through Patrick Lamb Productions.
The Gospel Northwest Project
Artists featured on the CD w ill per­
form during the event, a roster that
includes The Brown Sisters, Linda
Hombuckle. Patrick Lamb. Julianne-
Johnson W eiss, Liv W arfield,
Janice Scroggins and others.
"Ninety percent of the CD pro­
ceeds go toward the Scholarship
Fund todevelop, over time a"North-
west Dream Team. Our goal is to
generate $50,000 within the next 12
April is being co-directed by
Blacque Butterfly, she also plays
S u lta n 's siste r, C arm en. For
Solomon-Rogers, becoming part of
this project was about more than
acting.
"I am always about community,
it was definitely a project that fits
that bill and an issue dealing with
this community,” she said. "I also
just wanted to support Brother
Sultan." But mostly she is looking
forward to the dialogue after the
play, and the possibility of expand­
ing the production into two-acts
and a national tour.
“ I think it's very important that
all communities can benefit from
this play,” said Solomon-Rogers.
The Resurrection of the Sultan
"From Death to Life" is Saturday
July 2 1 st at the Portland Center for
S e lf Im p ro v e m e n t, 700 N.
KillingsworthSt.
The ticket amount includes din­
ner, which begins at 6 p.m., and the
play, which follows at 7:30 p.m.
Children 15 years of age and older
can be accompanied by a parent or
guardian, but due to strong lan­
guage and subject matter youth
“The Faithful Church" Rev.3:7 -12
"Keeping It Real Jesus' Way”
84 NE Killingsworth Street, Portland. Oregon
W orship Service -- Sundays 1:30 P.M.
P rayer/B ible Study - Wednesdays 6:00 P.M.
Gilgal: a Training Ministry (2nd Kings 4:38)
Rev. H. L. Hodge. Ph D. - Pastor/Teacher/IJfe Change Specialist
503-334-6239
All are welcome to come and get a solid foundation on how Jesus
impacts our lives in the 21st century! We will keep it real.
Email: hodgehspks@msn.com • www/nwvctrainingministry.com
Your Care
First Priority
Dr. Marcelitte Lailla
Chiropractic Physician
We are located at
Rev. J. W. M att H e n n e sse e
months. Proceeds will be split
among districts of the state con­
vention to assist students attend­
ing college,” said Rev. J. W. Matt
Hennessee. chair of the Williams-
Allen Scholarship Fund and Senior
Pastor of Vancouver Avenue First
Baptist Church.
1716 N.E. 42nd Ave.
Portland, OR 97213
( Between Broadway
and Sandy Hlvd.)
• Automobile accident injuries
• Chronic headache and joint pain
• Workers Compensation injuries
Call for an appointment!
(503)228-6140
Have you seen me?
Resurrection Play Breaks New Ground
con tin u ed
O b itu a ry
In Loving Memory
Child
Waits for
Adoption
Jakara is a sweet little girl whose
eyes light up when she talks about
having a forever family. She is
looking forward to being part of a
family that will love her and claim
her as their own.
Jakara loves anything girlish.
She loves stuffed animals, swim­
ming, doing art projects, and
watching movies. Thanks to her
giving spirit, Jakara enjoys help­
ing out around the house as well
as helping others.
She will need the support of
cou n selin g to help her sort
through and cope with her feel­
ings of grief, loss and rejection.
She needs a family that can pro­
vide her with unconditional love,
understanding and the devotion
touch power windows, dual-zone
automatic climate control, compass
and a HomeLink transmitter, auto
dim m ing rearview mirror, healed
outside mirrors and an in-dash
six-CD changer with MP3 play­
back capability, voice-recogni­
tion nav ig atio n al system and
Bluetooth technology. However
we still found the layout o f the
center stack controls not as intui­
tive as expected.
The 2007 Infiniti M35 AWD
offers luxury, perform ance and
caboodles o f user-friendly tech­
nologies that make for a com pel­
ling package. The M35 is a com ­
fortable good looking ride worth
consideration as a serious con­
tender for buyers in this class. In
this reviewers opinion the Infiniti
M lineup is among the best cars
in this class. Infiniti has created a
distinct identity with the stylish
techno-savvy M35.
under 15 will not be admitted. Tick-
ets are $15 per person or $25 for
couples. For more information con-
tact Sultan X at 503-875-4041 or
visitwww.myspace.com/opencyes
productions.
Missing and Exploited Children
1-800-THE-LOST
Endangered Missing Runaways
Suzanne Rieger
T A M ) C.4T7Y?.S,4/T£S
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Current Age: 14
Date Missing: June 1 5,2007
Missing From: Hillsboro.OR
LICENSED
BONDED
INSURED
Suzanne may use the alias
names "Angel." "Crystal" or
"Angelica Maria Garcia."
Tint W ilson
503-550-3841
Joshua Stoll-Underwood
Vehicles Inventory
Consists Of:
Reliable Inexpensive
Automobiles
Call to See What’s in Stock
“ (f,/ Don't Have II hi Stock, / Will Get It For You!”
Date Missing: Decembcr6.2(X)6
Missing From: Canyonville, OR
Joshua may use the nickname
"Josh" or the alias name
Reginald W illiams."
I f you have any information please contact:
The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children
1-800-TH E -LO S T (1-800-843-5678)
This publie service announcement provided
by the Portland Observer Newspaper.