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  1. The Ballroom Ignored the Flames: Olympia’s Nonchalant Dance Amidst Disaster

    While citizens and firemen battled a blaze at the Washington Hotel on Friday evening, revelers inside continued dancing with startling indifference to the falling cinders.

    Nov 30, 1860Washington StandardOlympia, Thurston CountyStrange But True

  2. Vancouver Block Destroyed by Fire

    A massive blaze erupts in the early morning hours, causing thousands of dollars in property damage and leaving a man critically injured.

    Mar 16, 1861Washington StandardMain Street, Vancouver, Clark CountyDisasters

  3. A Sword for the Union

    A Washington Territory lieutenant publicly accepts a ceremonial sword and pledges his loyalty to the Union cause.

    Feb 28, 1863Washington StandardFort Walla Walla, Walla Walla, Walla Walla County

  4. Founding the University of Washington

    In 1861, commissioners reported on the hard-won construction of the territory's first university, built from scratch with donated land and volunteer labor.

    Jan 4, 1862Washington StandardSeattle, King CountyFollow the Money

  5. The Custom House City That Almost Wasn't

    A skeptical observer reports on the slow progress and eccentric realities of the newly established custom house in Port Angeles.

    Apr 11, 1863Washington StandardPort Angeles, Clallam CountyBoom & Bust

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