U.S. Land Office
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- Feb 5, 1872The Hidden Stakes in Seattle's FoundingA legal dispute over Dr. David Maynard’s 640-acre donation claim reveals the overlooked property rights of his late wife, Lydia A. Maynard.Seattle, WA
- Apr 11, 1872The Property Battle for Old SeattleA lawyer and property claimant fight to secure titles to a sprawling Seattle donation land claim amidst territorial legal confusion.Seattle, WA
- Apr 25, 1872The Forgotten Wife of Seattle: Dr. Maynard’s Double LifeA landmark land dispute in 1872 reveals how the territorial government attempted to erase the existence of Dr. David S. Maynard's first wife, Lydia, to secure a donation claim for his second family.Seattle, WA
- Jan 14, 1892The Political Ousting of Register KrutzAfter months of local controversy, the U.S. Land Office in North Yakima sees a shakeup in leadership.Yakima, WA
- Jul 15, 1909Metaline Residents Fight Spokane Speculators for Their TownsiteA land-office contest in Spokane could cancel rival claims and clear the way for a government townsite at Metaline.Metaline, WA