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3 stories matching lie

Scanning errors are common in old newsprint. Also try:lieb, lieg, lien, lieu, liell, lieut

  1. The Bessie K. Lost at Sea

    A steamship overdue from Alaska is discovered shattered against the rocks north of Victoria, with no signs of survivors.

    Mar 9, 1898Adams County NewsSeattle, King CountyDisasters

  2. The Million-Dollar Lot

    After a decade of litigation, a pioneer wins a judgment against the Northern Pacific Railroad for a prime section of downtown Spokane.

    Mar 2, 1898Adams County NewsSpokane, Spokane CountyFollow the Money

  3. Secret of the Palouse River

    A grisly discovery of blood-stained shirts and Spanish documents suggests a cold case murder.

    Feb 9, 1898Adams County NewsPalouse River, Colfax, Whitman CountyTrue Crime

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