The Burning of Oakville
A deliberate act of arson leveled the Grays Harbor town of Oakville, sparking rumors of a wider conspiracy against the mill district.
“It is settled beyond doubt that the fire was the work of incendiaries.”
Stories from Oakville
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A Tragic Canoe Crossing on the Chehalis
A desperate attempt to save his children during a river crossing ends in a father's drowning.
“Although a fine swimmer, Mr. Baich was carried under a jam of logs and drowned, with his little boy George in his arms.”
Canoe Overturns on Chehalis; Father and Son Drown
A family canoe outing ends in a desperate struggle for survival and a tragic drowning near Oakville.
“Although a fine swimmer, Mr. Balch was carried under the jam of logs and drowned with his little boy, George, in his arms.”
A Perilous Crossing on the Slough
A mail carrier and his companion nearly drown after their boat capsizes while crossing a river slough.
“It required lively work to save both the mail and themselves.”
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