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A powder explosion near the Getchell supply depot has reportedly left three men dead, prompting an urgent request for coffins from Snohomish.
“A telegram was sent to Snohomish for three coffins and three of the men's size were sent up.”
A saloon and gambling house near the Monte Cristo railroad is targeted by bombers for the second time in a week.
“A man sleeping in the building was awakened about midnight by strange sounds, and running to the door surprised the miscreants in the act of placing explosives.”
A woman refuses to cede timber land claimed by her two late husbands, daring anyone to trespass on her property.
“They are now both dead, but Mrs. Jackson claims both the claims and swears that she will protect them from any encroachments.”
A young woman who made waves in the male-dominated world of shingle mills at Getchell has moved on to a new role as a teacher.
“She was quick-handed and led the male packers a merry race.”
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