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The Portland Experience
Their concert in Portland's Memorial Coliseum drew the same manic enthusiasm as previous performances, capturing the essence of Beatlemania. Noteworthy attendees included poet Allen Ginsburg, who immortalized the performance with a fervent poem reflecting on the experience shared by thousands of young fans.
A Much-Needed Break in Los Angeles
After a whirlwind of concerts, Brian Epstein arranged a five-day retreat for The Beatles at a rented house in Beverly Hills. The former residence of actress Zsa Zsa Gabor, the luxurious abode provided a temporary sanctuary away from the public eye. However, the news quickly leaked; the LAPD had to step in to maintain order as throngs of enthusiastic fans converged on the area.