S. F. Olson
Named in 3 stories. Back to all names
- May 26, 1903The Blacksmith Who Wasn't: A Stranger’s Fatal Mistake in Walla WallaS.F. Olson, a visitor from Touchet, died after being struck by a hack in downtown Walla Walla. His identity was only confirmed by a receipt from a local hardware store, leaving his family and origins unknown.Walla Walla, WA
- May 27, 1903The Blacksmith’s Last Ride: A Tragic Accident in TouchetCoroner rules death 'pure accident' as community mourns S.F. Olsen, a stranger who found only brief friendship before his fatal encounter with a local hack line.Touchet, WA
- Jun 4, 1903A Grim Ledger of May AccidentsA state-wide audit of violent deaths reveals the hazards of frontier life, from rail accidents to logging camp tragedies.Garrison Creek, Walla Walla, WA