Same Streets
Create accountJoin

Research the archive

Narrow 27,002 newspaper stories by words, years, place, newspaper and subject. See when and where they ran, then download what you find.

Put a phrase in quotes ("rent strike") or leave a word out with a minus (strike -baseball). Old scans misspell names, so when little is found, near-spellings are offered.

Refine1 on
Published
Clear all
When they were publishedBusiest year 1890, 5 stories. Pick a year or a decade to narrow to it.
1860s1870s1880s1890s1900s1910s1920s
Show the numbers
YearStories
18905

5 stories matching elect

  1. Fairhaven Calls for Incorporation

    The Whatcom County Commissioners issue a formal notice for the upcoming election to establish the city as an incorporated municipality.

    Apr 29, 1890Fairhaven HeraldFairhaven, Whatcom CountyCity Hall

  2. The Reluctant Candidate

    E. A. Turner accepts the mayoral nomination for the newly incorporated Fairhaven, promising a progressive administration.

    May 4, 1890Fairhaven HeraldFairhaven, Whatcom CountyCity Hall

  3. Fairhaven Nominates Its First Corporate Government

    On the eve of incorporation, a local convention chooses a unanimous ticket to lead the new city, promising growth and prosperity for the 'Metropolis of the Lower Sound.'

    May 4, 1890Fairhaven HeraldHarris Avenue, Bellingham, Whatcom CountyCity Hall

  4. 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

  5. The Struggle for Fairhaven's First Government

    As the twin towns of Bellingham and Fairhaven prepare to incorporate, the Herald warns voters against 'boodle' candidates and speculators.

    May 1, 1890Fairhaven HeraldBellingham, Whatcom CountyCity Hall

Download all 5 as a spreadsheet (CSV)