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5 stories matching british

  1. The San Juan Island Standoff

    Tensions between American settlers and British authorities on San Juan Island flare in the territorial legislature, sparking a debate over sovereignty and the treatment of American interests.

    Jan 19, 1861Washington StandardSan Juan Island, Friday Harbor, San Juan CountyFollow the Money

  2. The Port Townsend Loyalty Meetings

    Citizens organize to refute allegations of disloyalty published in regional newspapers.

    Oct 18, 1862Washington StandardPort Townsend, Jefferson CountyCity Hall

  3. The Strategic Move of a Custom House

    Congress orders the transfer of the Port of Entry for Puget Sound from Port Townsend to Port Angeles, sparking local political controversy.

    Aug 9, 1862Washington StandardPort Angeles, Clallam CountyCity Hall

  4. The Embargo on Beef and the Collector of Customs

    Tensions rise at Port Angeles over a federal order prohibiting cattle shipments to Victoria, sparking a heated war of words between the Standard and local authorities.

    Aug 22, 1863Washington StandardPort Angeles, Clallam CountyCity Hall

  5. The Bold Navigator and the Tatoosh Island Light-Keeper

    A maritime dispute over a salvaged anchor reveals the shady side-hustles of a government lighthouse official.

    Dec 7, 1861Washington StandardNeah Bay, Clallam CountyFollow the Money · Strange But True

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