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  1. The Magic of Christmas in Pioneer Seattle

    A glimpse into 1876 holiday traditions, from elaborate 'Fairy Land' church displays to the grab-box giveaways that defined the season for the city's children.

    Dec 25, 1876The Daily IntelligencerCongregational Church, Seattle, King CountyStrange But True

  2. The Unsung Genius of the Barrel

    A deep dive into the history of an everyday object that the 1880s public took for granted, tracing its utility from Egyptian antiquity to modern Seattle.

    Nov 23, 1880The Daily IntelligencerSeattle, King CountyStrange But True

  3. The Sisters' Sanctuary on Fifth Street

    In 1878, the Sisters of Charity opened Seattle’s first formal hospital, establishing a legacy of public health and care for the city’s 'afflicted and homeless.'

    Aug 10, 1878The Daily IntelligencerFifth Street, Seattle, King CountyGone Forever

  4. The Stranger at the Clarendon Hotel

    A young man arrives in Seattle, keeps to himself, and ends his life in a locked hotel room, leaving behind only a name that may not be his own.

    Nov 13, 1876The Daily IntelligencerSeattle, King CountyTrue Crime

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