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5 stories matching grow

  1. The Promised Land of the Skagit Valley

    A booster’s vision of Fairhaven as the essential gateway for the vast mineral and agricultural wealth of the Skagit Valley.

    Apr 20, 1890Fairhaven HeraldFairhaven, Whatcom CountyBoom & Bust

  2. Fairhaven’s Fragile Future

    With no fire protection and a growing district of wooden structures, local business owners fear the city is one spark away from total ruin.

    Mar 13, 1890Fairhaven HeraldBellingham, Whatcom CountyCity Hall

  3. The Lights Turn On in Fairhaven

    After months of construction, the Fairhaven Electric Light Company successfully powers the city's streets and businesses for the first time.

    Mar 11, 1890Fairhaven HeraldCowgill Street, Fairhaven, Whatcom CountyBoom & Bust

  4. Vigilante Sentiment Grows After Sunday Violence

    A wave of fights and assaults by 'tramps and toughs' on Harris Street leaves the town calling for better policing.

    Apr 8, 1890Fairhaven HeraldHarris Street, Bellingham, Whatcom CountyCity Hall

  5. A Gift for a Growing City

    Prominent developer Nelson Bennett pledges a steam fire engine to Fairhaven, sparking a massive community fundraising effort.

    Mar 23, 1890Fairhaven HeraldHarris Street, Fairhaven, Whatcom CountyBoom & Bust

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