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  1. Explosion at the Gas Well

    A routine water-drilling operation in Whatcom turns into a hazardous discovery when a match ignites a pocket of natural gas.

    Aug 25, 1903The Evening StatesmanBellingham, Whatcom CountyWork & Pay · Disasters

  2. A Gushing Future at Deep River?

    A discovery of high-grade petroleum gas in Washington state sparks dreams of a regional energy boom.

    Jun 10, 1903The Evening StatesmanDeep River, Wahkiakum CountyBoom & Bust · Strange But True

  3. A Seattle Preacher Tells Society Women They Are Marching Their Children to the Gallows

    Preaching to women only on "Dying Mothers and Starving Children," Rev. M. A. Matthews calls society "the emptiness of emptiness" — and blames card parties, prizes and maternal neglect for juvenile crime.

    Nov 24, 1903The Evening StatesmanFirst Presbyterian Church, Seattle, Pierce CountyNightlife

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