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| Year | Stories |
|---|---|
| 1858 | 6 |
| 1859 | 11 |
| 1860 | 2 |
| 1861 | 9 |
| 1862 | 6 |
| 1863 | 3 |
| 1864 | 5 |
| 1865 | 1 |
| 1871 | 1 |
| 1872 | 15 |
| 1876 | 83 |
| 1877 | 74 |
| 1878 | 46 |
| 1879 | 6 |
| 1880 | 17 |
| 1882 | 12 |
| 1883 | 96 |
| 1884 | 31 |
| 1885 | 96 |
| 1886 | 45 |
| 1887 | 60 |
| 1888 | 57 |
| 1889 | 139 |
| 1890 | 23 |
| 1891 | 121 |
| 1892 | 272 |
| 1893 | 230 |
| 1894 | 248 |
| 1895 | 266 |
| 1897 | 7 |
| 1898 | 17 |
| 1899 | 50 |
| 1900 | 9 |
| 1902 | 11 |
| 1903 | 134 |
| 1904 | 111 |
| 1905 | 7 |
| 1907 | 1 |
| 1908 | 34 |
| 1909 | 90 |
| 1910 | 16 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1914 | 16 |
| 1915 | 18 |
| 1916 | 35 |
| 1917 | 16 |
| 1918 | 3 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1924 | 3 |
| 1925 | 1 |
| 1928 | 2 |
| 1929 | 2 |
2,581 stories matching known
- The passing of a Snoqualmie Valley pioneer
A well-known farmer and early settler has died at the age of 50, leaving behind a legacy in the Snoqualmie Valley.
- The Price of the Prize Ring
A well-known local prizefighter collapses and dies in the ring at a Seattle performance hall after a brutal exhibition match.
- The Tragic End of a Local Broker
A well-known Seattle businessman ends his life at his office, leaving behind his wife and a community in shock.
- Vanished in the Night: The Tragedy of 'Long Johnson'
A well-known Port Gamble boatman disappears in the gale, his cries for help lost to the dark sea.
- The Sad Return of a Known Petty Thief
After seven years away, a notorious local pickpocket drifts back into Seattle only to be arrested for stealing a neighbor’s laundry.
- The Rebirth of Snohomish’s Historic Hotel
A new proprietor takes over a well-known local inn, promising first-class service and fine spirits in the heart of the Territory.
- Tragic Logging Accident at Skamokawa
A well-known logger is crushed to death by a falling fir tree in plain view of his crew.
- The Embezzling 'Sport' Walks Free
A technical error in the wording of an indictment leads to the dismissal of charges against Elmer Mayberry, a well-known local gambler.
- The Tragedy at White Ash Mine
Ten miners are trapped in a flooded colliery with little hope of rescue, sparking a somber realization for local families.
- A $125 Doctorate: Bellingham's Normal School Principal on Trial
Sixteen charges — misapplied funds, incompetence and a mail-order Ph.D. — land the best-known educator in the Northwest before a governor-ordered hearing.
- Tragedy in the Cascades
A well-known Seattle mining man perishes alone in a mountain cabin after a difficult winter journey.
- H. W. Light Leases and Refits a Well-Known Hotel
After securing a long-term lease, proprietor H. W. Light renovates a central hotel to provide a 'strictly first-class' experience for travelers and locals alike.
- The 'Kid Mayor' of Michigan Found in Port Townsend
A brilliant young con artist once known as the 'Kid Mayor' has fled the Washington Territory after his real identity—and a trail of fraudulent bonds—finally caught up with him.
- A Tragic End in the Wire
A well-known Seattle man is found dead in a field near the Orphan's Home, his body tangled in barbed wire.
- The Tragic End of 'Wienerwurst Charlie'
A young immigrant street vendor in Tacoma takes his own life, leaving behind little but a nickname and a grieving brother.
- The Tragedy at the Arcade Saloon
A well-known Seattle boarding house keeper ends his life, leaving behind a young daughter and a legacy of property, marking a grim moment in the city's growth.
- The Street Characters of Old Seattle
A profile of the city's unofficial icons, including 'Old Pencils' and the newsboys 'Limpy' and 'Red,' revealing a glimpse into the gritty, vibrant life of Front Street.
- The Trial of a Man Known Only as a 'Pimp'
A Seattle lawyer challenges a city ordinance that allows for arrests based on reputation rather than criminal acts.
- The Faithful Mourner of Front Street
A beloved local dog known for attending every funeral in the city passes away.
- A Local Champion Taken Too Soon
Amos Gardner, a well-known Seattle businessman, passes away following an illness contracted while nursing his children.
- Fatal Accident on the Commercial Street Trestle
A well-known local character and former steamboat steward is killed by an electric streetcar.
- Whatcom Vigilantes Warn Local Troublemaker
A known card sharper and thief was given a blunt invitation to leave town or face a 'necktie festival' at the hands of local residents.
- The Pugilist and the Player: A Seattle Clash of Champions
A local boxing favorite and a Philadelphia fencing master prepare for a high-stakes showdown at the Jefferson Street Theater.
- The Mystery of the Apple-Boring Wasp
An entomologist from Pullman descends on Lynden to investigate a bizarre fruit-eating worm that defies known science.
- A Mining Man's Strange Lapse
A Silverton mining man is released after a public confusion involving a bad check and a brief illness.