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4 stories matching muse

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  1. The Snow Shoveler’s Lesson in Seattle Manners

    A local woman learns that dignity isn't just about hard work—it’s about how you carry yourself, even when clearing a sidewalk.

    Feb 20, 1877The Daily IntelligencerSeattle, King CountyStrange But True

  2. The Weight of Little Things

    A century and a half ago, a Seattle writer mused on how the smallest details of life—a penny, a word, a drop of water—shape our massive, often overwhelming destinies.

    Dec 11, 1876The Daily IntelligencerSeattle, King CountyStrange But True

  3. The Day She Asked for Our Front Door

    A Snohomish resident’s hilarious and exasperating account of his neighbors’ audacious borrowing habits reveals the thin veneer of civility in close-knit frontier communities.

    Feb 3, 1877The Northern StarSnohomish, Snohomish CountyStrange But True

  4. The Great Cascade: A Pilgrimage to the Roar of Snoqualmie Falls

    In July 1877, three travelers walked the rugged trail from Snohomish to Fall City, documenting the lush farms, the hospitality of settlers, and the awe-inspiring power of the falls—a testament to the beauty and isolation of early Washington Territory.

    Jul 21, 1877The Northern StarSnohomish, Snohomish CountyStrange But True

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