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4 stories matching barto

Scanning errors are common in old newsprint. Also try:barton, bartow, bart, barta, bartl, bartel

  1. The Mysterious Disappearance of a Squak Valley Farmer

    R. W. Barto, a reticent rancher near Redmond, vanished into the woods leaving behind only a thirty-dollar debt and questions about his fate.

    Aug 1, 1893The Seattle Post-IntelligencerIssaquah, King CountyTrue Crime

  2. The Tragedy of a Blasting Accident

    After an industrial accident left a laborer blinded and injured, his family is left destitute and appealing for public charity to survive.

    Jan 21, 1894The Seattle Post-IntelligencerJackson Street, Seattle, King CountyWork & Pay · Disasters

  3. The Snohomish Bond Scheme: How Outsiders Tried to Rig City Finances

    When Eastern and California financiers tried to orchestrate a 'little combine' to depress the value of city bonds, Snohomish officials fought back.

    Jan 30, 1892The Seattle Post-IntelligencerSnohomish, Snohomish CountyCity Hall

  4. The Embezzling 'Sport' Walks Free

    A technical error in the wording of an indictment leads to the dismissal of charges against Elmer Mayberry, a well-known local gambler.

    Nov 30, 1893The Seattle Post-IntelligencerSuperior Court of Washington for King County, SeattleTrue Crime

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