In 1973, Portland faced several challenges, including urban decay and a declining economy, largely due to the loss of manufacturing jobs. The city also grappled with social issues, including rising crime rates and tensions related to civil rights and anti-war protests. Additionally, environmental concerns began to surface as urban development threatened the natural landscape and quality of life for residents. These challenges prompted discussions on urban planning and community revitalization efforts.
August 27, 1973 fell on a Monday.
The Lofthouse Colliery disaster, which occurred on December 21, 1973, resulted in the deaths of 26 miners. Additionally, 38 others were injured in the incident. The disaster was caused by a series of explosions in the mine, highlighting the safety challenges faced in the coal mining industry at the time.
Bailey's Comets - 1973 Skateroo to the Carlsbad Clue To Win or Toulouse 1-1 was released on: USA: 9 September 1973
The first spacecraft to visit Mercury was Mariner 10, part of the Mariner program by NASA. It launched in 1973 and made three flybys of Mercury in 1974 and 1975, capturing close-up images of the planet.
Cipher in the Snow was created in 1973.
Portland Mavericks was created in 1973.
Portland Plaza was created in 1973.
Thea Samuels was born on July 13, 1973, in Portland, Oregon, USA.
Patrick Belton was born on October 10, 1973, in Portland, Oregon, USA.
Karen Pardue was born on September 5, 1973, in Portland, Oregon, USA.
Erin Matthews was born on February 6, 1973, in Portland, Oregon, USA.
Kimberly Czako was born on June 21, 1973, in Portland, Oregon, USA.
Anna Bocci was born on March 23, 1973, in Portland, Oregon, USA.
Bruce Hitt died November 10, 1973, in Portland, OR, USA.
Brady Clark was born April 18, 1973, in Portland, OR, USA.
The cast of Three Transitions - 1973 includes: Peter Campus as himself
Your Three Minutes Are Up - 1973 is rated/received certificates of: USA:R