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243:. Opened in 1917, the venue first changed names in 1966, being renamed again in 2000 in honor of a $ 1.5 million renovation donation by Richard B. Keller. An extensive remodeling and modernization in 1967–68 effectively changed its original exterior appearance beyond recognition.
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Sullivan, Ann (November 8, 1964). "Portland's
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