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4 stories matching despit

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  1. The First State Legislature Closes Shop

    After passing tide land bills and appointing regents, Washington's first-ever state legislature adjourns amid whispers of a necessary extra session.

    Mar 30, 1890Fairhaven HeraldOlympia, Thurston CountyFollow the Money

  2. The Con Artist of Fairhaven

    A smooth-talking accountant gambles away his reputation and his wife's dignity with a string of bad checks and a faked suicide attempt.

    Apr 10, 1890Fairhaven HeraldFairhaven, Whatcom CountyTrue Crime

  3. The Fight for Washington’s Tide Lands

    A high-stakes political battle in the state legislature over the future of Washington's valuable waterfront property.

    Mar 13, 1890Fairhaven HeraldOlympia, Thurston CountyFollow the Money

  4. A Foreman’s Reckless Gamble with Dynamite

    A Fairhaven clearing crew foreman ignores safety warnings and suffers catastrophic injuries during a stump-blasting operation.

    Apr 6, 1890Fairhaven HeraldBellingham, Whatcom CountyWork & Pay · Disasters

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