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  1. The Crossing at Black River

    In 1877, King County sought bids for a new bridge, marking a quiet moment of infrastructure expansion in a landscape that would soon be permanently altered by river rerouting.

    Nov 24, 1877Puget Sound DispatchBlack River, Renton, King CountyBoom & Bust

  2. The Wrestling King of Walla Walla

    A professional wrestler defeats three local opponents in succession at Armory Hall, showcasing the rugged spectacle of early 1900s prize fighting.

    Aug 13, 1903The Evening StatesmanWalla Walla, Walla Walla CountyNightlife

  3. Newport's Telephone Revolution: A 600-Line Exchange Built for Growth

    A Wisconsin telephone man bought out the old exchange, discarded it, and spent $11,000 to give Newport one of the most modern switchboards in the Northwest.

    Sep 24, 1908The Newport Miner (Newport, WA) 1899-CurrentNewport, Pend Oreille CountyFollow the Money · Boom & Bust

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