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3 stories matching main

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  1. The Mystery of the Amal Bar

    A man lies dead in a Spokane saloon with no identification but a letter from 'Maggie' and a question about a baby.

    Aug 25, 1905The Kennewick CourierMain Avenue, Spokane, Spokane CountyTrue Crime

  2. 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.

    May 10, 1905The Kennewick CourierKennewick, Benton CountyTrue Crime

  3. The Unladylike Triumph of a Determined Angler

    A fishing trip turns into a chaotic, close-quarters wrestling match when a persistent angler finally secures her catch in an unconventional way.

    Aug 4, 1905The Kennewick CourierWashington, Clark CountyStrange But True

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