J. Jones
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- May 7, 1885The Great Land Squeeze of 1885While the Northern Pacific Railroad publicly promised to 'build up the country,' settlers in King County found their land held hostage for mineral rights and future profits.King County, Seattle, WA
- Mar 9, 1894Candy, Land Claims and a 'Confidence Man': Arlington's Commissioner Hits BackGeorge Morrell denies stealing ginger snaps and swindling settlers—then accuses his accuser of running an extortion racket with a Seattle police escort.Arlington, WA
- Apr 6, 1895The Company Blamed the Dead MinerAfter thirty-five men died in the Franklin mine, the Oregon Improvement Company answered a widow's lawsuit by saying her husband assumed the risk—and should have run sooner.Black Diamond, WA
- Apr 14, 1899The Stowaways of the Laurada: A $50 Fine for a Trip NorthTwo men caught sneaking aboard a steamer bound for Alaska were forced to disembark in Bellingham, facing Canadian customs penalties and a hefty fine.Bellingham, WA