Olympia
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- Nov 10, 1877The Political Price of a RoadSeattle citizens threaten to trade the state capital to Walla Walla to secure a vital road link, as regional rivalries threaten to derail the city's future.Seattle, WA
- Jul 8, 1889The Unlucky Travelers of the Puget SoundA small steamer encounters the harsh realities of the Sound, leaving passengers stranded in the fog.Port Townsend, WA
- Sep 6, 1889The Political Battle for the Capital CityA fiery editorial argues that Centralia—not Olympia—should be the rightful capital of the new state of Washington, based on the convenience of the commercial class.Centralia, WA
- Oct 4, 1889Why Olympia Should Be the CapitalA robust argument for keeping the state capital in Olympia, citing its climate, central location, and superior hotel infrastructure.Hotel Olympia, Olympia, WA