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4 stories matching workmanship

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  1. The Crumbling Walls of Steilacoom

    A group of builders and taxpayers exposes shoddy construction at the new Territorial Asylum.

    Oct 19, 1886Seattle Daily Post-IntelligencerWestern State Hospital, Steilacoom, Pierce CountyCity Hall

  2. The Scandal of the Crumbling Hospital

    An architect blows the whistle on shoddy bricks and corner-cutting builders at the new Territorial Hospital.

    Sep 23, 1886Seattle Daily Post-IntelligencerSeattle, King CountyCity Hall · Scandal

  3. A Spokane Craftsman's Twelve-Year Masterpiece in Human Hair

    Charles Streib spent over a decade creating portraits of Generals Washington and Sherman from thousands of strands of human hair—a feat of patience and artistry that astonished the city.

    Jul 28, 1883Spokane Falls ReviewSpokane, Spokane CountyLocal Legends

  4. Central Block: A New Landmark Rises on Riverside Avenue

    Spokane's newest brick building, Central Block, nears completion on Riverside Avenue, showcasing modern architecture and the city's rapid growth.

    Nov 17, 1883Spokane Falls ReviewSpokane, Spokane CountyBoom & Bust

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