John Tyacke
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- Nov 18, 1915The Battle for the Columbia Ferry FranchiseA political standoff over the location of a ferry crossing sparks a power struggle between local developers, established operators, and the county commission.Kennewick, WA
- Dec 9, 1915The Ferry Deadline at the River CrossingCounty commissioners force a standoff over the local river ferry franchise, giving the operator three months to relocate or lose his rights.Wallula, WA
- Dec 14, 1916The Sunday Bond Deal That Split Benton CountyTwo commissioners secretly arranged a courthouse bond sale, and a courtroom fight over lost premiums exposed how far they went to keep the third commissioner—and the public—in the dark.Prosser, WA
- Sep 27, 1917A Stampede and a Sinking FerryWhen a boiler let off steam while crossing a band of horses, the resulting panic nearly cost a ferry crew their vessel.Kennewick, WA