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9 stories matching monday

  1. The Mail Carriage Dispute

    Citizens of Olympia clash with their local postmaster over a controversial contract, suspecting graft in the transport of official mail.

    Sep 7, 1861Washington StandardOlympia, Thurston CountyCity Hall

  2. Gunboat Diplomacy in Port Townsend

    Governor Pickering journeys to investigate a near-bombardment of Port Townsend by a federal revenue steamer.

    Aug 16, 1862Washington StandardPort Townsend, Jefferson CountyCity Hall · Strange But True

  3. The Great Parliamentary Stall of 1862

    After ninety-seven ballots, the Council remains deadlocked, delaying the people’s business for a debate over regional representation.

    Dec 13, 1862Washington StandardOlympia, Thurston CountyCity Hall

  4. Olympia Celebrates the Turning Point of the Civil War

    Upon receiving news of Union victories at Gettysburg and Vicksburg, the capital of Washington Territory erupted in days of wild, illuminated celebration.

    Jul 18, 1863Washington StandardOlympia, Thurston CountyStrange But True

  5. The Republican Territorial Convention Meets in Olympia

    With the shadow of the Civil War looming, Washington Territory Republicans gathered at the Capitol to pledge support for the Union and nominate a delegate to Congress.

    May 25, 1861Washington StandardOlympia, Thurston CountyCity Hall

  6. The First Funeral at the New Presbyterian Church

    Reverend Richard J. Evans, who labored to build the new church in Olympia, passed away before he could occupy its pulpit.

    Jun 27, 1863Washington StandardOlympia Presbyterian Church, Olympia, Thurston County

  7. Lincoln Orders Sale of Washington Public Lands

    A sweeping federal proclamation sets the stage for a massive auction of land parcels across the Washington Territory, excluding donation claims and mineral tracts.

    May 23, 1863Washington StandardOlympia, Thurston CountyFollow the Money

  8. Olympia Votes on Its First Public Square

    Citizens overwhelmingly approve donating land for county buildings during a 1861 municipal election.

    Apr 6, 1861Washington StandardOlympia, Thurston CountyCity Hall

  9. The Territory Opens Its First University Schools

    A new collegiate and primary institution launches in Seattle under the leadership of A. S. Mercer.

    Oct 18, 1862Washington StandardUniversity of Washington, Seattle, King County

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