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3 stories matching cherbourg

Scanning errors are common in old newsprint. Also try:cherburg, cobourg, cheerb, cherri

  1. The Balloonist Who Vanished Over France

    Fred A. Gower disappeared during a balloon ascension from Cherbourg eight years ago. His brother returned to Tacoma from a trip around the world with no news—and Gower’s opera-singer wife still could not prove him dead.

    Apr 22, 1893The Seattle Post-IntelligencerTacoma, Pierce CountyTrue Crime

  2. The Relocation of the Customs House

    Citizens of Port Townsend are reeling after reports that the Custom-House is being moved to satisfy political land speculators.

    Aug 2, 1862Washington StandardPort Townsend, Jefferson CountyFollow the Money

  3. The Strategic Move of a Custom House

    Congress orders the transfer of the Port of Entry for Puget Sound from Port Townsend to Port Angeles, sparking local political controversy.

    Aug 9, 1862Washington StandardPort Angeles, Clallam CountyCity Hall

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