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3 stories matching prefer

Scanning errors are common in old newsprint. Also try:preferenti, pefer, refer, prefac, prefix, pre

  1. An Early Coastal Survey of the Quillehuyt River

    James G. Swan documents his journey to the Quillayute River, describing the geography, the Indigenous stronghold at James Island, and the aftermath of the Southerner shipwreck.

    Oct 12, 1861Washington StandardJames Island, La Push, Clallam County

  2. 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

  3. The Editor’s Defense of a Federal Appointee

    After losing his status as Public Printer, the newspaper editor takes up the cause of the embattled Port Townsend Collector of Customs, Victor Smith.

    Jan 11, 1862Washington StandardPort Townsend, Jefferson CountyCity Hall

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