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  1. The Last Hurrah for Walla Walla’s Volunteer Firemen

    An era of local firefighting comes to a close as the city ships off the historic hand engines and hook-and-ladder trucks that defined the volunteer department for decades.

    Nov 24, 1903The Evening StatesmanCity Hall, Walla Walla, Walla Walla County

  2. A Quick Knockout at the Athletic Club

    A local boxing match ended in under a minute when Joe Wardinsky landed a decisive left hook on W.W. Wade.

    Dec 12, 1903The Evening StatesmanWalla Walla, Walla Walla CountyNightlife

  3. The Logging Hazard: Court Rules on Hidden Dangers

    A landmark state supreme court decision shields lumber merchants from liability for hidden defects in timber that cause mill accidents.

    Oct 5, 1903The Evening StatesmanStanwood, Snohomish CountyWork & Pay

  4. The Great Flag Heist at Whitman College

    In a daring midnight operation, twelve freshmen scaled the Memorial Building to plant their class banner on the spire.

    Oct 12, 1903The Evening StatesmanWalla Walla, Walla Walla CountyStrange But True

  5. The Tragedy at H Lake

    A young man breaks through thin ice while skating, leaving his companions helpless to save him.

    Dec 11, 1903The Evening StatesmanWilbur, Lincoln CountyDisasters

  6. Whitman's Freshman Flag Raid Ended With a Presidential Sermon on Anarchy

    A Sophomore rush on the Memorial Building tower broke glass and plaster—prompting President Penrose to suspend the flag contest and lecture students on class spirit, property and citizenship.

    Oct 13, 1903The Evening StatesmanWalla Walla, Walla Walla CountyStrange But True

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