Tag: Cinema 21

  • Movie star looking 19ish woman on the left with two gentle men that look more interested in undressing her than in the wine glasses they are holding

    Fun Fact #83 A Century Old Theater in Nob Hill

    Where could you go in NW Portland in the 1920s to experience a Spiritualist Service? In January 1927, you could attend a service by one of the world’s most famous spiritualist mediums, Arthur Ford, at The State Theater [The original name of Cinema 21]. Advertisements in The Sunday Oregonian promoted his lectures. Preforming as Dr. […]

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  • House on a dirt road with a Chown Hardwear Wagon

    Fun Fact #57 What is the oldest retail business in Northwest Portland?

    The oldest retail business in Northwest Portland is Chown Hardware dating back to 1879.  Still a family owned business that has evolved to meet the community needs. Images courtesy Chown Hardwear. Here’s a look at some of Northwest Portland’s most enduring establishments. This post was first created in 2020. Northwest’s Legacy Businesses 1875 Good Samaritan Hospital […]

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