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  1. The Flying Coupling: Engineer Shanno Chases Down a Runaway Locomotive

    When a detached engine tears toward Ellensburg, a quick-thinking engineer uncouples his own locomotive and catches the runaway on the fly.

    Oct 7, 1909The Newport Miner (Newport, WA) 1899-CurrentEllensburg, Kittitas CountyWork & Pay · Strange But True

  2. A Fatal Shot in Ellensburg: Adopted Son Killed, Mrs. Norris Takes Poison

    Mrs. J. C. Norris shot 21-year-old Thomas Murray in the temple, then swallowed rat poison and told callers she was glad of it.

    Jan 23, 1908The Newport Miner (Newport, WA) 1899-CurrentEllensburg, Kittitas CountyTrue Crime

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