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2 stories matching harmless

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  1. The Man Who Demanded Ten Thousand Dollars from the Law

    A local man convinced an electrical machine was ordering him to collect a massive payday from the county deputy.

    Aug 23, 1904The Tacoma TimesPuyallup Ave, Tacoma, Pierce CountyLocal Legends

  2. The Lonely Plight of Neil McEachron

    A constable brought 73-year-old Neil McEachron from Buckley for an insanity hearing after he bought 28 loaves of bread.

    Jan 22, 1904The Tacoma TimesBuckley, Pierce CountyLocal Legends

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