6A | WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2019 | SIUSLAW NEWS
Library
Tidings
This regular
feature of the
Siuslaw News,
features news
about upcoming
Siuslaw Public
Library programs
for adults and
children, new
books and videos,
and other library news of interest to
the community.
Library Tidings by Kevin Mittge
Gun Laws from page 1A
This relatively small num-
ber of rounds is ill considered,
according to the NRA, which
argues that practicing with a
firearm is an essential part of
becoming proficient in gun
management and accuracy.
“The most egregious aspect
of the ammunition limits, how-
ever, is that the more you shoot,
the safer and more proficient
you become,” the group’s web-
site states. “This legislation,
sold as a ‘gun-safety’ bill, could
actually make law-abiding gun
owners less safe, as they will
undoubtedly practice less. Es-
pecially those who do most
of their practicing in a lawful,
safe manner, but not at a ‘target
shooting range’ sanctioned by
the gun control crowd.”
The legislation would also
ban all magazines with a ca-
pacity greater than five rounds,
requiring owners to turn into
authorities any magazines that
exceeded that limit. This in-
sertion of state authorities into
the processes governing fire-
arm sales could be problematic
and would likely spark numer-
ous legal challenges as more of
the specifics of the plan come
to light.
There also appear to be is-
sues with the enactment of SB
501, if it passes. The conflict
with the Second Amendment
of the U.S. Bill of Rights is fore-
most of these, as the Suprema-
cy Clause of the U.S. Constitu-
tion gives federal law priority
over state law.
This would mean the bill
might be found to be unconsti-
tutional.
In addition, there would also
be considerable penalties at-
tached to potential violations
of the legislation. The receipt
of a firearm without a valid
permit could face a maximum
of 364 days of imprisonment,
a $6,250 fine, or both. It also
requires a person who owns
or possesses firearms to secure
those firearms with trigger or
cable lock, or in locked con-
tainer. It penalizes a failure to
secure a firearm by maximum
of 30 days’ imprisonment, a
$1,250 fine, or both.
In its prohibition of possess-
ing a magazine with capacity to
Book Review
“The Night Market”
by Jonathan Moore
It’s late Thursday night, and
Inspector Ross Carver is at a
crime scene in one of the city’s
last luxury homes. The dead
man on the floor is covered by
an unknown substance that’s
eating through his skin. Before
Carver can identify it, six FBI
agents burst in and remove him
from the premises. He’s pushed
into a decontamination trail-
er, forced to drink a liquid that
sends him into seizures, and
then drugged unconscious.
On Sunday he wakes in his
bed to find his neighbor, Mia
hold more than five rounds of
ammunition, the law provides
that a person in possession
of such magazine must sell
or otherwise dispose of those
magazines within 180 days of
effective date of act. Failure to
do so could result in 364 days
of imprisonment, a $6,250 fine,
or both.
The reaction to the intro-
duction of SB 501 has been
swift, not only from the gun
lobby but also from state leg-
islators.
Rep. Lynn Findley (R-Vale)
of House District 60 said, “The
people in my district have vo-
calized that they will not tol-
erate the new gun legislation
being proposed, specifically
in SB 501. This legislation was
introduced at the request of
students living in the Portland
metro area as a response to the
devastating school shootings
we have witnessed over the
past few years.
“Although I believe that all
Oregonians deserve to have
their voices heard and we have
the responsibility to ensure our
students feel safe and protected
in their schools, this legislation
— who he’s barely ever spoken
to — reading aloud to him. He
can’t remember the crime scene
or how he got home; he has no
idea two days have passed. Mia
says she saw him being carried
into their building by plain-
clothes police offers, who told
her he’d been poisoned. Carver
doesn’t really know this woman
and has no way of disproving
her, but his gut says to keep her
close.
A mind-bending, masterfully
plotted thriller that will capti-
vate readers of Blake Crouch,
China Miéville and Lauren Beu-
kes, “The Night Market” follows
Carver as he works to find out
will not provide the desired
outcome. Instead it would cre-
ate nonsensical restrictions at
the expense of law-abiding gun
owners. I will therefore be vot-
ing against SB 501.”
The bill, which has just be-
what happened, soon realizing
he is entangled in a web of con-
spiracy that spans the nation—
and that Mia may know a lore
more than she lets on.
Author Presentation
Andrea Scharf, author of
“Saving Big Creek,” will be dis-
cussing her book at the library
on Saturday, Feb. 16, at 1 p.m.
“Saving Big Creek” is the story
of a 40-year-long battle to save
186 acres on the central Ore-
gon coast, between Yachats and
Florence. The property provides
habitat for elk, Coho salmon and
the endangered Oregon Silver-
spot Butterfly.
This is a great story of histor-
ical, environmental and political
interest — don’t miss it!
are “Educated” by Tara Westover
and “Where the Crawdads Sing”
by Delia Owens.
Best Books Presentation
A list will be provided of all
Librarian Kevin Mittge will the books discussed, as well as
be presenting his annual “Best additional bibliographies that
Books” program in Florence on might be of interest to readers.
Friday, Feb. 22, at 1 p.m. in the
Holiday Closure
library’s Bromley Room. The
same presentation will be given
The library will be closed on
at the Mapleton branch library Monday, Feb. 18, in honor of
on Thursday, March 7, at 2 p.m. President’s Day.
This is a fast-paced program,
Regular hours resume on
presenting about 60 book re- Tuesday, Feb. 19, in both Flor-
views in about 60 minutes. Some ence, 1460 Ninth St., and 88148
of this year’s most popular books Riverview Ave. in Mapleton.
gun a long process through
the Oregon Legislature, is cur-
rently pending discussion and
approval in the Oregon Senate
Judiciary Committee after be-
ing referred to the judiciary on
Jan. 16.
The Salvation Army – Western Lane County
P.O. Box 1041
Florence, Oregon 97439
1 (800) 481-3280
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reserve your seat for our special menu on
Valentines Day 541-997-5899
In 2019 we will be celebrating the 80th anniversary
of our business in Florence. It is time to express the
appreciation and gratitude we feel, and have always felt, for
the friendship, trust and loyalty of those who live in this
community. It is your confi dence in us and your continued
patronage that has made these 80 years such a pleasurable
experience. Th ank you.
Johnston Motor Company
Since 1939
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vegetarian options • delicious desserts
2150 Hwy. 101 • Florence
(541) 997-3475 • 1-800-348-3475
DENTURE SERVICES INC.
LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED
RETIREMENT
RECEPTION
JODI
Open 4 days a week!
Here to serve your denture needs:
Dentures
Partial Dentures
Immediate Dentures
Implant Dentures
Relines & Repairs Same Day
Monday-Thursday
10am - 2 pm
524 Laurel St.
541-997-6054
1269 bay street, florence
William Foster LD
Sherry, Offi ce Manager
“As a denture wearer myself,
I can answer your
questions and address
your denture concerns.”
~ William Foster, LD
Monday, February 25th
4:30-6:30
Abel Insurance will be hosting a retirement re-
ception for Jodi to receive farewell wishes from her
clients. Please join us at the
Florence Senior Center on Kingwood.
Light appetizers and desserts will be served.
HOPE YOU CAN JOIN US
~ALSO~
Financing: Citi Health Card
12 Month no Interest
Stop by our office and meet
SHARI, who will help you with
your life & health insurance needs.
Local Eats
Your guide to great
locally owned restaurants.
Where good friends &
great food come together!
Surfside Restaurant
C ome get your Loyalty Card!
Call: 541-997-8263
Enjoy great food and good times.
VALENTINE’S DINNER
FOR TWO
Special For February 14, 15 & 16
Mo’s Restaurant
Monday - All veterans or active service
people get 10% off their entree
Wednesday - Wine Wednesday - 50% off all bottles
Th ursday - All you can eat cod &
chips from 5:00 to 8:00.
Sous Vide Beef Tenderloin, Alaskan King
Crab, Cast Iron Scallops, Grilled Prawns
all the above served with risotto
and roasted brussel sprouts
WE ARE CLOSED FOR
REMODELING.
Mo’s will reopen on Friday, February 15th.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Th ank you.
Happy Hour • Monday-Friday 3:00pm to 5:00pm
Enjoy drink specials at the bar!
7
201 -
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www.bridgewaterfi shhouse.com
(541) 902-8338 • 1285restobar.com
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BEST O
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1297 Bay Street Florence • 541-997-1133
1285 Bay Street in Old Town Florence
F LO E N C
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Mo’s Old Town, Florence
Serving Bowls of comfort for Over 50 Years