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5 stories matching three

  1. The Town Rallies for a Destitute Family

    After surviving three years of crop failure, horse deaths, and injury, a family arriving in Paha receives an outpouring of community support.

    Feb 2, 1898Adams County NewsRitzville, Adams County

  2. The Republic Mine Option

    A potential three-million-dollar mining deal in Republic, Washington, sparks major industry rumors.

    Jun 29, 1898Adams County NewsRepublic Mine, Republic, Ferry CountyFollow the Money

  3. The Town's Stagnant Puddles

    Ritzville's streets are so poorly graded that rainwater collects in unhealthy, persistent pools, raising concerns for public sanitation.

    Feb 23, 1898Adams County NewsRitzville, Adams CountyCity Hall

  4. The Day Northport Vanished

    A single cigarette discarded in a tailor shop behind a saloon triggers a conflagration that consumes the entire business heart of Northport.

    May 4, 1898Adams County NewsNorthport, Stevens CountyDisasters

  5. The Pioneer’s Last Gold Rush

    A 59-year-old bachelor leaves his farm near Pendleton to gamble on the Klondike, heading out from Colfax with a massive pack train.

    Apr 6, 1898Adams County NewsColfax, Whitman CountyLocal Legends

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