Capt. Wright
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- Dec 4, 1871The Zephyr’s Relief Mission to the Snohomish ValleyAfter the mountain snows melted and triggered a devastating flood, the steamer Zephyr served as a critical lifeline to the isolated settlers of the Snohomish River valley.Snohomish, WA
- Jun 17, 1876The Tragic Death of James Riley: A Local Defense Against 'Ill-Treatment' ClaimsAfter a man recently sent from Snohomish to the Territorial Asylum died suddenly in Steilacoom, local papers rushed to defend their community's actions against accusations of negligence.Snohomish, WA
- Jan 13, 1877The Wild West of the Seattle WaterfrontA dangerous 1877 standoff between captains reveals a lawless, unregulated harbor where ship lines were a hazard to life and limb.Seattle, WA
- Jul 16, 1884The Steamboat BetrayalA local captain accuses Ottawa officials of reneging on a mail contract after he already invested in the route.Seattle, WA