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3 stories matching char

Scanning errors are common in old newsprint. Also try:chard, charg, chari, charl, charm, charp

  1. Anacortes Landmark Reduced to Ash

    A mysterious morning fire consumes the Keystone Block, leaving behind only charred timber.

    Nov 10, 1893The Seattle Post-Intelligencer1st Avenue, Anacortes, King CountyGone Forever

  2. The Lonely Death of John Mannette

    A pioneer’s remains discovered in a clearing near the Puyallup River, leaving behind only questions about a solitary life.

    Jun 4, 1893The Seattle Post-IntelligencerPuyallup River, Puyallup, Pierce CountyTrue Crime

  3. The Fire at Conconnully

    A saloon proprietor is found dead in the ashes of his building, sparking suspicions of a cold-blooded murder for profit.

    Sep 20, 1893The Seattle Post-IntelligencerSeattle, King CountyTrue Crime

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