Multnomah County
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| Area | 1207 |
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| Population | 807,555 (2017) |
| Destinations | Portland |
| Colleges and universities | Multnomah University |
| Did you know | Multnomah is the third-highest-income Oregon location by per capita income ($28,883). |
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| ID | 735175 |
About Multnomah County
Multnomah County is one of 36 counties in the U. S. state of Oregon. As of the 2010 United States Census, the county's population was 735,334. Its county seat, Portland, is the state's largest city.
Off-duty pilot accused of trying to crash Alaska Airlines flight
... He was lodged at Multnomah County Detention Center while the investigation continues...
George Orwell's 1984 returned to Portland library after 65 years
... In a note enclosed with the book, an 86-year-old man, identified only as WP, said the book should be returned to Multnomah County Library in Portland because of its relevance today...
George Orwell's 1984 returned to Portland library after 65 years
By Alys DaviesBBC News
A copy of George Orwell 's dystopian novel, 1984, has been returned to a US library in Oregon state after 65 years.
In a note enclosed with The Book , an 86-year-old man, identified only as WP, said The Book should be returned to Multnomah County Library in Portland because of its relevance today.
" After re-reading, I realise that, More Than ever, this book should be put back in circulation, " The Note reads.
The seminal novel explores the themes of totalitarianism and truth.
" I meant to return this book in 1958 when I was about to graduate from [Portland State University ], but somehow never got around to doing it, "
" Sorry to be so tardy. At age 86, I wanted to finally clear my conscience, " He Said .
The Man said revisiting parts of The Book had sparked his desire to return it.
" Significant parts are as relevant today as they were 65 years ago, " He Said , picking out an extract on page 207 in particular.
" Simply add The Words internet and Social Media , and you reading about 2023, " He Said .
The Novel , published in 1949, is set in a world where critical thought is supressed by a totalitarian regime.
Sales of The Book shortly after a senior adviser to Donald Trump , who was president at The Time , said the White House was issuing " alternative facts" in.
Reacting to The Book 's return, Multnomah County Library said there would be no fine for the late return.
" Conscience cleared, " it said.
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