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2 stories matching comprehend

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  1. The Deaf Dodge

    A local drunkard tries to outsmart a judge by faking deafness, only to be tripped up by the prospect of a free drink.

    Jul 12, 1880Puget Sound DispatchFerry Street, Seattle, King CountyStrange But True

  2. The Last Word from the Dispatch: A Veteran Editor’s Farewell and a New Era Begins

    In October 1876, the *Puget Sound Dispatch* underwent a significant leadership change. The outgoing editor, Bebia Brown, penned a reflective valedictory on his five-year tenure, while incoming editor Thomas B. Merry outlined his vision for Seattle’s future, pledging support for statehood and local industry.

    Oct 14, 1876Puget Sound DispatchSeattle, King CountyBoom & Bust

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