John T. Jordan
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- Jul 4, 1872The Yellow Flag Mandate of 1872Before the age of modern public health infrastructure, Seattle's early municipal government passed strict, penalty-heavy laws to contain contagious diseases through quarantine and public shaming.Seattle, WA
- Dec 28, 1876The Oat Innovation of the Duwamish RiverA local farmer introduces a high-yield 'agricultural wonder' to the Seattle market, promising to revolutionize feed production on the frontier.Duwamish River, Seattle, WA
- Dec 29, 1876The Miracle Crop of the Duwamish ValleyIn 1876, a local farmer touted the 'Hulless Oat' as an agricultural revolution for the Seattle region, promising heavier yields and sweeter grain than traditional varieties.Seattle Post Office, Seattle, WA
- Dec 30, 1876The 'Hulless' Oat Craze of 1876A Vermont promoter and a Duwamish River farmer pitch a new 'agricultural wonder' to the settlers of Washington Territory.Duwamish River, Seattle, WA