MAR 13, 1886Grays River, WA
Homesteaders who bought land from the Northern Pacific Railroad face eviction after the government declares the company's title invalid.
“Unless the payments are made according to contract, both the land and the money already paid will be forfeited to the company.”
Follow the Money
JAN 3, 1886Grays River, Grays River, WA
A tragic river crossing in rural Washington leaves a young man dead after a single, impulsive movement.
“Nemaer, jumping out, gave the boat a backward shove with his foot as he sprang. The recoil upset the boat.”
Disasters
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