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  1. A Constitutional Deadlock in Benton County

    A dispute over an appointed county commissioner’s term creates a legal stalemate between state law and the constitution.

    Dec 8, 1922White Bluffs SpokesmanProsser, Benton CountyCity Hall

  2. Irrigation Rights Dispute Bubbles Up at Hanford

    A standoff between local landowners and the Hanford company over water delivery terms threatens to reach the courtroom.

    Apr 21, 1916White Bluffs SpokesmanHanford, Benton CountyFollow the Money

  3. White Bluffs Opens Its First Public Library

    After years of planning, the Woman's Club establishes a public space for books in a local store.

    Feb 29, 1924White Bluffs SpokesmanWhite Bluffs, Benton County

  4. The Bank Won't Bet on Orchards

    Federal land bank president D. G. O'Shea declares fruit trees are too risky for long-term farm loans.

    Jun 8, 1917White Bluffs SpokesmanSpokane, Spokane CountyFollow the Money

  5. The Commissioner Battle Finally Settled

    After an election victory and months of legal maneuvering, C. E. DeBow prepares to take his seat as County Commissioner despite an appeal.

    Feb 16, 1923White Bluffs SpokesmanBenton County Courthouse, ProsserCity Hall

  6. The Shake-up at the Farm Bureau

    Washington State’s agricultural leadership avoids a public brawl, ousts its secretary, and pivots toward the cooperative marketing models of the 1920s.

    Jan 25, 1924White Bluffs SpokesmanKennewick, Benton CountyFollow the Money

  7. The Road Supervisor's Vindicated Record

    W. A. Joyce clears his name after accusations of auditing illegal claims in Grant County.

    Mar 22, 1918White Bluffs SpokesmanVernita, Benton CountyCity Hall

  8. The Battle for the Benton County Courthouse

    Taxpayers mount a legal challenge to halt a $125,000 bond issue, alleging backroom deals and corrupt influence by county commissioners.

    Dec 15, 1916White Bluffs SpokesmanBenton County Courthouse, ProsserCity Hall

  9. The 1916 Election and the Fight for a 'Dry' Washington

    As Woodrow Wilson secures a razor-thin victory, White Bluffs voters reject the return of legalized breweries and saloons.

    Nov 10, 1916White Bluffs SpokesmanWhite Bluffs, Benton CountyCity Hall · Nightlife

  10. The State vs. The Sanipractors

    Washington officials move to revoke licenses tied to a Seattle university accused of abusing its educational charter.

    Apr 24, 1925White Bluffs SpokesmanOlympia, Thurston CountySnake Oil

  11. The Great Benton County Courthouse Standoff

    As outgoing commissioners race to lock in a controversial courthouse contract, taxpayers secure a last-minute injunction to halt the scheme.

    Jan 5, 1917White Bluffs SpokesmanProsser, Benton CountyCity Hall

  12. The War Over the Desert Water

    An irrigation landowner at White Bluffs vows a 'fight to a finish' against corporate power companies for reneging on water contracts.

    Jan 14, 1916White Bluffs SpokesmanWhite Bluffs, Benton CountyFollow the Money

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