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1 story matching jowett

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  1. The Mystery of Old Doctor’s Death

    A letter from a Neah Bay reservation challenges the official verdict of natural causes in the death of a tribal elder, fueling rumors of a blood feud.

    Dec 30, 1892The Seattle Post-IntelligencerKent, King CountyTrue Crime

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  1. The Trial of the 'Swiss Chalet' Messiah

    A courtroom is packed as Josua Klein, who allegedly held young women under his sway in a remote mountain chalet, begins his trial for assault.

    Mar 10, 1909The Tacoma TimesTacoma

  2. The Constable and the Club

    A Snoqualmie lawman claims self-defense in a Christmas Eve shooting.

    Dec 28, 1892The Seattle Post-IntelligencerSnoqualmie

  3. The Unlucky Mr. Joffrey and the Ten Dollar Holiday Gift

    A Seattle resident’s New Year’s generosity backfires when a 'drunken' battery-powered motor leads to a night in police court.

    Jan 16, 1887Seattle Daily Post-IntelligencerSeattle

  4. The Railroad Land War

    A farmer on the Chehalis River accuses local officials and railroad contractors of corruption and 'bulldozing' tactics regarding land appraisals and property rights.

    Mar 1, 1883Seattle Daily Post-IntelligencerChehalis

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