E. H. Beckler
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- Jan 10, 1891Will the Great Northern Build Through the White River Valley?Chief engineer E. H. Beckler surveys the route between Seattle and Portland, weighing the high costs of a shore line against an inland rail path.Seattle, WA
- Mar 24, 1892J.J. Hill's Great Northern Railway Nears the CoastA look at the rapid rise of James J. Hill and the construction of the Great Northern railway through the rugged Cascades.Spokane, WA
- Jul 24, 1892James J. Hill Promises the Great Northern Will Reach the East by November — and Denies Any San Francisco LineThe railroad president stops in Seattle, admits terminal talks have failed, and says his trains will be running through to the East before the year is out.Seattle, WA
- Aug 23, 1892The Great Northern Is Coming as Fast as Men and Money Can Push ItA contractor's progress report puts track at the Columbia by October—if enough workers can be found.Spokane, WA
- Aug 24, 1892Labor Woes on the Great Northern GradeChief Engineer E. H. Beckler reports on the rapid push to bridge the mountains and finish the main line, but complains of a revolving door of disgruntled workers.Seattle, WA