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3 stories matching sighted

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  1. The Milwaukee Road Sets Its Sights on the Pacific

    A townsite agent confirms the expansion of the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railroad to the coast following massive terminal land buys in Tacoma.

    Oct 13, 1905The Kennewick CourierTacoma, Pierce CountyFollow the Money · Boom & Bust

  2. The North Coast Railway Sets Sights on Yakima Valley

    Robert E. Strahorn announces a new system of steam railways designed to dominate unoccupied territory and connect remote coal and agricultural districts to North Yakima.

    Oct 6, 1905The Kennewick CourierYakima, Yakima CountyBoom & Bust

  3. The Kennewick Cyclone

    A rowdy public horse sale turns into a high-stakes wrestling match between local men and a spirited mustang.

    Jun 16, 1905The Kennewick CourierKennewick, Benton CountyStrange But True

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