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  1. The House Rules of a Frontier Newspaper

    An 1864 editor lays down the law for visitors to his office, covering everything from chewing tobacco to the frequent singing of 'John Brown.'

    Oct 7, 1864Walla Walla StatesmanWalla Walla, Walla Walla CountyStrange But True

  2. Introducing a New Species to the Walla Walla Valley

    Local farmer George F. Thomas is importing game birds from the Willamette Valley to enrich the landscape for future generations.

    Nov 18, 1864Walla Walla StatesmanTouchet River, Walla Walla, Walla Walla County

  3. The Jailbreaker’s Bold Escort

    After escaping Walla Walla’s jail, George H. Porter and a mysterious posse held up a farmhouse at gunpoint for a fresh horse and supper.

    Dec 30, 1864Walla Walla StatesmanWalla Walla, Walla Walla CountyTrue Crime

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