Thomas Jefferson
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- Jul 10, 1876The Centennial Vision for a Frontier MetropolisOn the 100th anniversary of American Independence, a local orator laid out a grand—and strikingly prescient—economic blueprint for the future of Seattle and Washington Territory.Seattle, WA
- Jan 25, 1889Bismarck’s Bluff: Germany Claims Samoa While Washington WatchesAs the German Chancellor declares no treaty prevents his nation from seizing control of the Pacific islands, U.S. officials in Washington struggle to respond to a diplomatic crisis that threatens American interests across the ocean.Seattle, WA
- Jan 26, 1889The Great Statehood Gamble: Why Washington Was Left Behind While South Dakota Joined the UnionAs North Yakima pushes for an independent convention and Congress favors executive proclamation for other territories, Seattle’s leaders warn that the 'omnibus bill' is actively discriminating against Washington's path to statehood.Arcade Building, Seattle, WA
- Dec 24, 1891A Jeffersonian Medal Found in the RiverA rare silver 'Peace and Friendship' medal from the Lewis and Clark era is discovered on an island in the Columbia River.Wallula, WA
- Feb 11, 1894The Constitutional Debate on God and StateAs Congress faces calls to insert a recognition of God into the Constitution, the Post-Intelligencer argues that the nation’s strength lies in its strict separation of church and state.Seattle, WA