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4 stories matching ribbon

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  1. The Perils of a Dandy in Snohomish

    A South End man discovers that his wife's penchant for artistic interior decoration on his favorite pair of trousers has left him with more than just a fashion statement.

    Jul 6, 1878The Northern StarSnohomish, Snohomish CountyStrange But True

  2. The Price of Perfection in 1877 Snohomish

    Before the fairground became a modern fixture, a meticulously itemized list of premiums reveals what pioneer families valued most—from the size of a prize turnip to the skill of a young girl's hand-stitched dress.

    Sep 29, 1877The Northern StarSnohomish, Snohomish County

  3. The Man Who Walked the Continent: A Fifteen-Year Pilgrimage Ends in Seattle

    Frank M. Streamer arrives in the Pacific Northwest after completing a staggering 14,000-mile journey on foot across the United States, offering a rare glimpse into the grueling reality of 19th-century travel.

    Oct 14, 1876The Daily IntelligencerWest Seattle, Seattle, King CountyLocal Legends

  4. The Victorian Era's Original 'Manosphere' Rant

    A satirical lecture from 1879 captures the era's obsession with policing women's appearances and the absurdity of 'social performance' in the Pacific Northwest.

    May 15, 1878The Northern StarSeattle, King County

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