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3 stories matching traction

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  1. The Struggle for Lynden's Main Street

    Business leaders and the city council clash with the Whatcom County Traction Co. over plans to lay tracks through town.

    Oct 15, 1908The Lynden Tribune (Lynden, Wash.) 1908-CurrentFront Street, Lynden, Whatcom CountyFollow the Money

  2. A Grassroots Rail Line Planned for Whatcom County

    Granges in Ferndale and Custer initiate a cooperative traction railway project, with Lynden and neighboring towns invited to extend the line.

    Jun 16, 1910The Lynden Tribune (Lynden, Wash.) 1908-CurrentLynden, Whatcom CountyBoom & Bust

  3. Streetcars Coming to Lynden

    A new franchise agreement promises to connect Lynden via electric rail by next spring.

    Oct 22, 1908The Lynden Tribune (Lynden, Wash.) 1908-CurrentFront Street, Lynden, Whatcom CountyFollow the Money

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