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4 stories matching rant

Scanning errors are common in old newsprint. Also try:ran, radiant, rampant, ranteni, rand, rane

  1. The Seattle-San Francisco Trade War

    A Seattle newspaper's harsh critique of San Francisco business interests ignites a commercial feud over debt, credit, and trade influence.

    Apr 16, 1884Seattle Daily Post-IntelligencerSeattle, King CountyFollow the Money

  2. The Street Preacher's Final Sermon

    A 'monomaniac' street preacher who habitually harassed passersby is apprehended by police and committed to the territorial asylum.

    Nov 13, 1883Seattle Daily Post-IntelligencerSeattle, King CountyLocal Legends

  3. The Sheriff vs. The Election Posters

    A Seattle lawman is arrested after he goes on a rampage tearing down political advertisements, leading to a physical showdown with a local citizen.

    Jul 12, 1887Seattle Daily Post-IntelligencerThird Ward, Seattle, King CountyCity Hall

  4. The Drunken Sailor's Plunge

    Two reporters witness the same chaotic scene at Yesler's Wharf.

    Dec 7, 1883Seattle Daily Post-IntelligencerSeattle, King CountyStrange But True

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