Sprague River Poolhall

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July 31, 1929: "E. J. Stoneman and A. Poindexter also conduct a pool hall, in one corner of which is a barber shop run by L. A. Turner." (The Klamath News)

April 23, 1941: "Ed Stoneman, who was co-proprietor of the Sprague River pool hall before the fire of 1938 is building a new 22 by 60-foot recreation parlor on the lots between the Hub pool hall and Heidrich's residence on Main street. Stoneman sold out his interest of the old business to Fred Zibull several years ago.

The addition of this building fills one of the last gaps of Main street property, which has become quite valuable in this fast growing mill town. Large numbers of mill workers seeking recreation has prompted Stoneman to invest in this new venture. Completely modern equipment including billiard tables and a fountain will be installed. Assisting Stoneman in building the structure are Frank Gray, Curt Heidrich and Harlan Buseth." (The Evening Herald)

April 30, 1941: "Work on the new pool hall is progressing rapidly. A housewarming dance is planned on the floor of the new building for this Saturday night. The community is invited to try out the new floor and get acquainted with the set-up of the building." (The Evening Herald)

June 10, 1941: "The Sprague River pool hall under the co-partnership of Ed Stoneman and Woodbert Dexter is rapidly being completed and will be officially opened in a few days. The fountain is now open to the public." (The Evening Herald)

July 23, 1941: "Robert Passolt Sr. purchased a half interest in the billiard parlor with Ed Stoneman this week, from Woodbert Dexter who has been drafted. Several new pieces of equipment were added to the place this week." (The Klamath News)

September 4, 1941: "The Sprague River pool hall operated by Ed Stoneman and Bob Passolt received a new coat of white paint last week." (The Klamath News)

February 27, 1942: "FOR SALE---Three snooker tables, one pool table, 2 miniature bowling alleys, Stoneman. Passolt, Spraque River, Oregon." (Medford Mail Tribune)

May 30, 1942: "FOR SALE---Three snooker tables. Stoneman-Passolt, Sprague River, Ore." (The Evening Herald)