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  1. The First Burial at Seattle’s New Hebrew Cemetery

    A modest ceremony marks the opening of the Hebrew Orthodox congregation's new cemetery, providing a final resting place for the community.

    Sep 6, 1893The Seattle Post-IntelligencerSeattle, King County

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  1. A Terrifying Bike Encounter

    A Thurston County man narrowly escapes a black bear attack while cycling on a rural road near Little Rock.

    Jul 9, 1903The Evening StatesmanLittle Rock

  2. An Unexpected Champion

    At the Canadian Wheelmen's Association meet, a dark horse from Spokane upsets the favorites in a hotly contested bicycle race.

    Sep 29, 1893The Seattle Post-IntelligencerSeattle

  3. Paving the Way for Cyclists

    Walla Walla's city leadership moves to revitalize local bicycle paths with asphalt ahead of the rainy season.

    Aug 12, 1903The Evening StatesmanWalla Walla

  4. The City’s Great Bicycle Experiment

    Walla Walla’s Bicycle Commissioner tests asphalt versus wood planks as he pushes to expand city infrastructure for wheelmen.

    Jul 16, 1903The Evening StatesmanEast Alder Street, Walla Walla

  5. Cyclists Take Their Revenge

    A rider who harassed a Seattle bicycle group on the Grant Street bridge finds out exactly what happens when you cross the local wheelmen.

    May 14, 1894The Seattle Post-IntelligencerSeattle

  6. Youths Face Justice Over Bicycle Theft

    A 14-year-old boy is sent to reform school after a series of bicycle thefts, exposing the plight of parentless youth.

    Jun 9, 1903The Evening StatesmanWalla Walla

  7. The City’s Bicycle Tax Crackdown

    Walla Walla police launch an enforcement campaign to force cyclists to register their wheels and pay local taxes.

    Sep 9, 1903The Evening StatesmanAlder Street, Walla Walla

  8. The Cougar Who Saved a Cyclist’s Life

    A Tacoma engineer recounts his miraculous escape after a mountain lion knocked him upright on his bicycle during a terrifying encounter.

    Apr 15, 1899The Seattle StarTacoma

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