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4 stories matching payabl

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  1. The Price of Infrastructure

    The Aberdeen City Council finalizes a massive payout and establishes a new water superintendent position, marking the city's rapid shift toward municipal utility control.

    Oct 22, 1891Aberdeen HeraldAberdeen, Grays Harbor CountyCity Hall

  2. The Litigation Hatchet is Buried at the West Mill

    After months of legal gridlock, a debt settlement paves the way for the idle West mill to resume production in Aberdeen.

    Mar 15, 1894Aberdeen HeraldAberdeen, Grays Harbor CountyFollow the Money

  3. The Price of Progress: Aberdeen’s Early Water Fight

    A $65,000 bond for a new water works sparks a real estate boom on Highland Hill, pushing the dream of homeownership as the ultimate solution to the city's housing crunch.

    Nov 27, 1890Aberdeen HeraldAberdeen, Grays Harbor CountyBoom & Bust

  4. The Motor Line Returns

    Aberdeen and Hoquiam leaders revive the intercity motor line project with a new $40,000 investment plan.

    Jan 22, 1891Aberdeen HeraldAberdeen, Grays Harbor CountyBoom & Bust

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