Per article in the newspaper Northwest Gay Review, June 1977 written by W Holman “A Gay History – lest it be forgotten” sheds may stories on various bars: “Uptown, a boisterous and crowded Pied Piper (now Riddle’s) offered booze and a crowded dance floor. The tables, part of the dance area, were frequently toped by would-be dervishes doing their thing. Bordering the floor was a no-man’s land; it was risky and expensive. The house allowed for no spillage and ignored complaints. Waiters were kept running replenishing accidents. The house loved it – and prospered.” 

Per article in the premiere issue of Cascade Voice, June 1982 under New Pubs pager 23 FLOSSIES: “Flossie’s, which is located at 1981 Burnside (or for those of you who go by landmarks rather than addresses — it’s just before you make the final assault of the hill to Washington Park) is Portland’s newest addition to the bar scene. Pleasantly decorated in what would best be described as a neo-Victorian-Western-Formica-Greenery décor, it is now in full operation, and the familiar figure none other than — you guessed it, Flossie. (That’s possibly how it got it’s Flossie its name).” 

“Flossie has been in Portland for about 10 years, gaining experience in management from his association with a few of Portland’s bars, including the old Bear Hall, ‘I have always worked for others, now I have a chance to do my own thing. I learned a lot from my previous 5 employers, and now that I have my own place, I have an even deeper respect for them than I did before. I sincerely hope will feel the same about me! I tell you what - come to our grand opening June 12 and 13th and we’ll let you know in person how much we appreciate all of you.’” [partial article] 

Per an article in Cascade Voice, August 1982, The Vanessa/Views of The Vanessa: “As we all know, (or did you?) Flossies has expanded-in addition to NW. 19th and Burnside you’ll find her now at Flossie Too’s (The old Bush/Stark Street Station landmark). The Big Flo promises there'll be plenty of bargains. UI coming up all over, so come in and checkup? [Was Stephen Boden aka Flossie the owner or manager of Flossie’s?]”