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2 stories matching necessit

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  1. The Vanishing Steamer: Seattle Waits in Fog for the 'Port Albert'

    Passengers and agents grow anxious as the British-American steamer goes missing off the Pacific Northwest coast, sparking fears of a wreck or mechanical failure.

    Jun 12, 1899The Seattle StarSeattle, King CountyTrue Crime

  2. The Chambermaid’s Lock: A Seattle Hotel Guest’s Brutal Mistake

    When a wealthy Chicago businessman accidentally locked himself in his hotel room and then roughed up the maid who tried to help him, he found himself facing a $10,000 lawsuit for assault.

    Apr 4, 1899The Seattle StarHotel Plaza, Seattle, King CountyWork & Pay · Scandal

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