Burlington
Named in 2 stories. Back to all names
- Jan 25, 1889The $3 Million Strike: How the Great Northern Railway Bet on Breaking WorkersIn the winter of 1893, the railroad’s board calculated that paying workers less was cheaper than losing millions to a strike. They were right—and Seattle paid the price.Seattle, WA
- Apr 28, 1910The Engineer Who Stayed at the BrakesA Burlington passenger train hit an open switch outside Selah at 30 miles an hour. Engineer William Gordon and fireman Meyers died; the passengers lived because Gordon never let go.Selah, WA