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  1. The Loss of Captain J.P. Keller

    The town of Olympia lowers its flags to honor a fallen military figure.

    Jun 21, 1862Washington StandardOlympia, Thurston County

  2. Patriotic Rivalry at Oak Point

    When steamer crewmen beat the local ladies to the punch on a flag-raising ceremony, the women reclaimed the duty themselves.

    Jun 22, 1861Washington StandardOak Point, Cowlitz CountyStrange But True

  3. Tensions Rise on the Upper Columbia

    Miners and settlers report growing hostility as military protection is withdrawn from the frontier.

    Aug 10, 1861Washington StandardColville, Stevens CountyExclusion & Resistance

  4. A Frontier Call to Stand by the Union

    Meeting in Steilacoom, Pierce County Republicans resolve to support the Constitution and condemn the removal of the Territorial Capitol.

    Jun 8, 1861Washington StandardMethodist Church, Steilacoom, Pierce CountyCity Hall

  5. 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

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