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5 stories

  1. The Rowdy Rail Workers of Westport

    A summer resort's peace is shattered by drunken railroaders, prompting a violent confrontation at the hotel.

    Jul 28, 1892Aberdeen HeraldWestport, Grays Harbor CountyNightlife

  2. Thirty-Six Hours Rudderless: The J.C. Ford's Last Voyage

    A lime cargo catches fire, a rudder snaps, and eight sailors are rescued off Grays Harbor moments before their ship goes down.

    Feb 22, 1893The Seattle Post-IntelligencerWestport, Grays Harbor CountyDisasters

  3. The Captain's Last Farewell: Five Drowned in the Grays Harbor Surf

    Lieut. Crosby and four crewmen were lost when their survey whaleboat capsized off Westport; only one body has been recovered.

    Aug 25, 1894The Seattle Post-IntelligencerGrays Harbor bar, WestportDisasters

  4. Mystery Schooner Washes Ashore at Peterson's Point

    A 106-foot wreck appears on the beach with no identification, leaving locals to speculate on its long, lonely voyage.

    Mar 17, 1892Aberdeen HeraldWestport, Grays Harbor CountyTrue Crime

  5. The Truce of the Editors

    Chehalis County journalists gather to form an association and pledge an end to local mudslinging.

    Apr 6, 1893Aberdeen HeraldWestport, Grays Harbor CountyBoom & Bust

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