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- Aug 15, 1876Broken Bones at the CapstanA dangerous industrial accident aboard the steamer Chehalis nearly claims a life in Lake Washington.Montlake Cut, Seattle, WA
- Apr 9, 1877The Day Newcastle Went Mad: A Woman’s War on Clerks and ClubsIn April 1877, a frustrated businesswoman in Newcastle, Washington Territory, escalated a shipping dispute into a violent rampage involving a club and a six-shooter, forcing local men to intervene.Newcastle, WA
- Jul 21, 1877The Great Cascade: A Pilgrimage to the Roar of Snoqualmie FallsIn July 1877, three travelers walked the rugged trail from Snohomish to Fall City, documenting the lush farms, the hospitality of settlers, and the awe-inspiring power of the falls—a testament to the beauty and isolation of early Washington Territory.Snohomish, WA
- Jun 7, 1899The People’s Franchise: Seattle Votes Down Municipal Ownership of StreetcarsIn a pivotal moment for the city's infrastructure, voters reject the Navin resolution to take control of street railways, cementing private corporate dominance over public transit.City Hall, Seattle, WA