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1 story matching cowan

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  1. The Railroad King's Secret: Kahn Reveals the 'Scoop' Behind Seattle's Next Big Line

    In a rare interview on his birthday, Democratic committee member Joe Kahn spills the beans on the Northern Pacific’s expansion plans and hints at a massive political scandal involving President Harrison.

    Jul 1, 1888The Seattle Post-IntelligencerSeattle, King CountyFollow the Money

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