T. J. Wright
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- Apr 9, 1914The Fire That Almost Stopped the Canal: $40,000 Loss at Big EddyA mysterious blaze destroys the machine and steam plants of the Washington Canal project, yet work on the massive irrigation artery continues without pause.The Dalles, WA
- Jul 30, 1914The Rattlesnake Oil FeverA speculative frenzy grips the region as residents flock to file claims in hopes of striking it rich.Kennewick, WA
- Oct 15, 1914The Political Flip-FlopA local editor denounces a political candidate for switching party affiliations after losing a primary race.Kennewick, WA
- Oct 22, 1914The Insurance Man Saved the Fire DepartmentThe council wanted to shrink Kennewick's volunteer fire crew to eight men — until a state insurance surveyor pointed out that fewer firefighters meant higher premiums for everyone in town.Kennewick, WA
- Sep 15, 1916Voters Settle Scores at the PollsDetailed primary results from White Bluffs and Hanford reveal a community restless with local incumbents.White Bluffs, WA
- Dec 21, 1916Engineers Warned the Kennewick–Richland Bridge Was DangerousWith the old Yakima River crossing judged too flimsy to repair, county commissioners prepared to let a contract for a new steel highway bridge by the end of December 1916.Kennewick, WA
- Jan 4, 1917A $12,000 Bridge to Richland—and a Lesson in Low BidsBenton County commissioners reject four steel-bridge bids and hire the Coast Bridge Company to replace the Yakima River crossing with two Howe-truss spans.Kennewick, WA