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6 stories matching edif

  1. The Presidential Impersonator of Snohomish

    A local man causes a stir on Main Street, staging a political reception from the porch of the Snohomish Exchange before his performance is cut short by a mud puddle.

    Mar 13, 1878The Northern StarFirst Street, Snohomish, Snohomish CountyLocal Legends

  2. Gold Rush Fever in Spokane

    A skeptical visitor reports on the harsh realities and 'fizzled' prospects for miners in the Coeur d'Alene goldfields.

    Apr 17, 1884Seattle Daily Post-IntelligencerSpokane, Spokane CountyBoom & Bust

  3. The Price of Tacoma’s Water

    As Tacoma looks toward the Green River gravity system, Mayor Wright tallies the high cost of the existing well-water infrastructure.

    May 18, 1907The Tacoma TimesTacoma, Pierce CountyCity Hall

  4. Labor Unions March Through Tacoma

    Striking displays of organization and craft pride defined the industrial parade as unions from Tacoma and Seattle joined forces.

    Jul 5, 1904The Tacoma TimesPacific Avenue, Tacoma, Pierce CountyWork & Pay

  5. The Wireless Miracle at City Hall

    Curious citizens gather to witness a demonstration of the mysterious 'wireless telephone' inside police headquarters.

    Nov 12, 1909The Labor JournalCity Hall, Everett, Jefferson CountyStrange But True

  6. The Poker Club That Wrote ‘No Gambling’ Into Its Own Rulebook

    Seattle detectives raid a Third and Cherry social club and find a members-only poker game hiding behind a constitution that strictly forbade gambling.

    Jan 7, 1895The Seattle Post-IntelligencerSeattle, King CountyNightlife

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