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  1. Street Blasting Terrifies Fairhaven Neighbors

    A massive stump removal operation inside city limits wreaks havoc on local storefronts and rattles the nerves of residents.

    May 6, 1890Fairhaven HeraldBellingham, Whatcom CountyCity Hall · Disasters

  2. The Battle for the Bay: Fairhaven Claims Independence

    After a fierce two-day contest before county commissioners, Fairhaven successfully blocks its neighbors from annexing its waterfront.

    Apr 20, 1890Fairhaven HeraldFairhaven, Bellingham, Whatcom CountyCity Hall

  3. Tragedy in the Stetson-Post Row

    Three travelers en route to Snohomish perished in a fire, their bodies found huddled together in an attempted escape.

    Mar 25, 1890Fairhaven HeraldSeattle, King CountyDisasters

  4. The Magic City of Puget Sound

    A booster’s portrait of 1890 Fairhaven, capturing a boom town fueled by speculation, deep-water access, and massive infrastructure projects.

    Mar 20, 1890Fairhaven HeraldFairhaven, Bellingham, Whatcom CountyBoom & Bust

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