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  1. The Boss Who Got Kicked Out of His Own Tunnel

    When a railroad tycoon ignored his own safety rules at the Stampede Tunnel, a dump-car driver taught him a lesson in job authority.

    Apr 19, 1889The Seattle Post-IntelligencerStampede Pass, Kittitas CountyWork & Pay · Strange But True

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  1. A Runaway Team Charges Down Main Street

    A dray team belonging to William DeSpain bolted, leading to a high-speed scene of terror on the main thoroughfare of Ritzville.

    Apr 13, 1898Adams County NewsRitzville

  2. Drayman Injured in Downtown Accident

    A routine delivery turned violent when a wagon wheel struck a rut near the local hospital.

    Mar 23, 1900The Colfax GazetteSt. Ignatius Hospital, Colfax

  3. The Tragic End of a Nurseryman

    After struggling with delirium tremens, a once-respected Tacoma horticulturalist takes his own life while under the care of the county sheriff.

    Feb 23, 1884Seattle Daily Post-IntelligencerTacoma

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