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Published daily in Bend, Oregon, by Western Communications, Inc. Copyright 2007.
May 31, 2009
In this occasional feature, we explore the origins of Central Oregon place names. To suggest a place name for explanation, contact Julie Johnson at 541-383-0308 or at jjohnson@bendbulletin.com.
What: Madras
Where: 40 miles north of Bend
Madras, a bucolic farm- ing community on U.S. Highway....
