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3 stories matching lieut
Scanning errors are common in old newsprint. Also try:lieu, lieuten, lie, lieb, lieg, lien
- The Collector of Customs and the Steamer Eliza Anderson
A dramatic standoff between a local Customs Collector and a naval lieutenant highlights the administrative dysfunction and power struggles in Port Angeles.
- Gunboat Diplomacy in Port Townsend
Governor Pickering journeys to investigate a near-bombardment of Port Townsend by a federal revenue steamer.
- A Sword for the Union
A Washington Territory lieutenant publicly accepts a ceremonial sword and pledges his loyalty to the Union cause.