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- Jan 23, 1886The Legislative Prank That BackfiredA Washington Territory legislator’s attempt to play a humorous political trick on a colleague turns into a serious row over parliamentary decorum.Olympia, WA
- Jan 11, 1893Olympia prepares for Governor McGraw's inaugurationAs Washington transitions from its first state administration to the next, the capital is bustling with political maneuvering and preparations for the ceremony.Washington State Capitol, Olympia, WA
- Jan 18, 1893A Deadlock at the CapitolAs Washington's state legislature struggles to elect a U.S. Senator, tales of bribery and party pressure dominate the halls in Olympia.Washington State Capitol, Olympia, WA
- Jan 29, 1893The Political War Over Washington's Senate SeatVoters in Whitman County erupt in anger over 'lying' newspaper correspondents misrepresenting their support for John B. Allen against challenger George Turner.Garfield, WA
- Mar 11, 1893Riot and Revelry at the CapitolAs the legislative session in Olympia concluded, members engaged in a chaotic scramble to loot furniture and equipment from the chambers.Olympia, WA
- Oct 14, 1903Wet Harvest Spoils Wheat Across Eastern WashingtonState inspectors report that an unusually rainy autumn has led to widespread spoilage, forcing local growers to struggle with compromised crops.Tacoma, WA