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[21], Portland has been referred to as the Forbidden City of the West, an allusion to Beijing's Forbidden City. [12] The term was coined by the team's play-by-play announcer Bill Schonely during a game against the Los Angeles Lakers on February 18, 1971, the Blazers' first season . It reads, "On the Pacific coast, Portland occupies the same relative position as that of Brooklyn on the Atlantic seaboard and might well be called "a city of churches"...Wherever the stranger wanders here he will see steeples pointing heavenward, in the very midst of one of the most pleasing landscapes in all the world, embracing, as it does the comprehensive view of river and vale, hill and mountain, farm and fruit orchard, city and country--all combined. The nickname is often attributed to Leo Samuel,[6] who founded the Oregon Life Insurance Company in 1906 (known today as Standard Insurance Company).
The first Portland Rose Festival was held in 1907, and remains the city's major annual festival more than a century later. [23][24][25], The City of Portland is bisected by the Willamette River. We strive to establish a positive image for motorcycle enthusiasts and are not affiliated with any clubs or organizations. Download the latest version of your prefered browser. We support you in raising money for whatever cause is closest to your heart. All of our ingredients are the real deal — you won’t find artificial flavoring or additives here.

It was the Best grilled steak salad I have ever had. Which one is your favorite? In 2010 Clint’s good buddy decided to get married and asked him to cater the big day. [citation needed], In 1889, the Portland Rose Society was founded, and promoted the planting of 20 miles (32 km) of Portland's streets with roses in advance of the 1905 Lewis and Clark Centennial Exposition.