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4 stories matching Elberton

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  1. A Desperate Swim in the Palouse

    After losing his land and descending into a alcoholic crisis, a former farmer experiences a terrifying delusion and is rescued from the river.

    Mar 9, 1900The Colfax GazettePalouse River, Colfax, Whitman CountyStrange But True

  2. The Governor’s War on the Railroad Lobby

    Governor Henry McBride calls out corporate influence in the Washington state legislature during a fiery speech to Whitman County farmers.

    Jun 26, 1903The Evening StatesmanElberton, Whitman CountyFollow the Money

  3. County Commissioner Quits Over Business Conflicts

    The lone Populist on the Whitman County board steps down, claiming the demands of public office are bad for his bottom line.

    Apr 13, 1900The Colfax GazetteColfax, Whitman CountyCity Hall

  4. Col. Patrick Henry Winston Bolts the Populists — and the P-I Pounces

    The Post-Intelligencer gleefully dissects Patrick Henry Winston's letter renouncing the People's Party, calling it less a conversion than the squirm of a politician who has run out of options.

    Jul 24, 1894The Seattle Post-IntelligencerSeattle, King CountyCity Hall

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