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  1. A Runaway Boy Found on the Frontier

    A fourteen-year-old runaway, fleeing cruelty in Roslyn, finds temporary refuge with a kindly rancher after being cast off a train.

    Apr 20, 1898Adams County NewsHatton, Adams County

  2. A Ghastly Discovery in Spokane

    An unidentified man is found brutally murdered in a barn loft, sparking a grim investigation.

    Jul 6, 1898Adams County NewsSpokane, Spokane CountyTrue Crime

  3. A Dangerous Train Prank Near Ritzville

    A rock hurled at a passenger train nearly strikes a woman, sparking an unsuccessful manhunt.

    Apr 27, 1898Adams County NewsRitzville, Adams CountyTrue Crime

  4. The Pioneer Grumble: A Call to Organize

    A longtime resident complains that 'tenderfeet' arriving on luxury trains have no idea what it actually cost to build the state.

    May 11, 1898Adams County NewsRitzville, Adams CountyBoom & Bust

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