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  1. The Town That Had Two Sets of Politicians

    After a court ruling legalized Oakesdale's incorporation, the town suddenly found itself with two competing governments and a Populist council at odds with its own citizens.

    Apr 12, 1894The Seattle Post-IntelligencerOakesdale, Whitman CountyCity Hall

  2. The Preacher's Daughter Eloped, and Her Father Met the Groom With a Shotgun

    Emery Bickafoose and Rose Holgate slipped out of Oakesdale, married in Idaho, then drove home for a parental blessing. They got a loaded reception instead.

    Jun 29, 1894The Seattle Post-IntelligencerOakesdale, Whitman CountyScandal

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