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2 stories matching shift

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  1. The Governor’s Veto: A Political Backstory

    A defense of Governor Henry McBride’s 1903 veto of a local option bill, shifting blame from his personal stance to legislative corruption.

    Jul 23, 1908The Lynden Tribune (Lynden, Wash.) 1908-CurrentLynden, Whatcom CountyCity Hall · Nightlife

  2. The Campaign for a 'Sane Fourth' of July

    A growing national movement pushes to replace dangerous fireworks with organized pageants and parades to curb Independence Day carnage.

    Jun 9, 1910The Lynden Tribune (Lynden, Wash.) 1908-CurrentOlympia, Thurston CountyCity Hall

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