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| Year | Stories |
|---|---|
| 1905 | 16 |
16 stories matching made
- The Struggle for the Snake River
The Open River Association works to break a railroad-backed monopoly on river traffic.
- The Kennewick Cyclone
A rowdy public horse sale turns into a high-stakes wrestling match between local men and a spirited mustang.
- The Water Wars: Irrigation Company Agents Arrested for Sabotage
A desperate battle over water rights in the Yakima Valley turned explosive when engineers were caught dynamiting a rival company's dam.
- The North Bank Railroad Boom
A new joint venture between the Northern Pacific and Great Northern will connect Pasco to Portland, funneling millions into the regional economy.
- Protecting the Valley's Orchard Future
Kennewick farmers push for an official county fruit inspector to stop the spread of pests and protect the local agricultural economy.
- The Town Council Takes Action on Water and Ordinance
A legislative session addresses town growth, sidewalk obstructions, and the urgent need for a municipal water system.
- The Mysterious Departure of Kennewick’s Cafe Proprietor
A successful local farmer and cafe owner disappears overnight, leaving behind unpaid accounts and rumors of a business venture gone sour.
- The Fight for the Palouse
Senator Ankeny and Representative Jones clash with the federal government over the abandonment of the Palouse irrigation project.
- The Steamer Gerome Opens a New Era for River Trade
A historic steamboat navigates the treacherous rapids of the Columbia River, bringing a new lifeline of commerce to Kennewick.
- Kennewick’s Berry Boom Survives a Frosty Spring
Despite a brutal, record-breaking frost that stunted early harvests, the valley's strawberry growers remain confident in their competitive edge against Hood River.
- Kennewick Berries Fetch Record Prices Despite Frosty Spring
The Kennewick Fruit Growers Association is shipping premium strawberries that command up to $15 a crate in Butte, $12.50 in Seattle, and $8.50 net—double last year's best.
- Grazing Rules Relaxed for Forest Reserves
Federal authorities grant a one-year reprieve on new forest grazing restrictions, allowing stockmen to continue operations through the 1905 season.
- Steamboat Traffic Returns to the Snake River
The arrival of the Lewiston signifies a vital lifeline for regional railroad construction.
- The Hunt for a Courthouse
Newly formed Benton County struggles to find a permanent home for its government, weighing the costs of repair against the urgency of record storage.
- A Dual-Purpose Building Rises on West Second
Construction begins on a new block that promises to house both a modern meat market and a cultural auditorium for the town.
- A Grand Religious Merger
Three major Protestant denominations move toward organic union to increase efficiency and emphasize common values.