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3 stories matching lawri

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  1. The Sheriff’s Engine

    Snohomish County authorities seize a locomotive from the Seattle, Lake Shore and Eastern Railway to force payment of delinquent property taxes.

    May 30, 1892The Seattle Post-IntelligencerSnohomish, Snohomish CountyCity Hall

  2. The Bitter Fight Over Moving Snohomish County’s Seat to Everett

    Snohomish’s county treasurer appealed the commissioners’ order to move the seat to Everett, alleging a rushed vote count and forged returns.

    Jan 5, 1895The Seattle Post-IntelligencerSnohomish, Snohomish CountyCity Hall

  3. The Last Stand of the Payallup Valley

    As Seattle’s building boom explodes and land prices skyrocket, a quiet corner of King County faces its own real estate frenzy—where lots vanish before deeds are even signed.

    Mar 8, 1889The Seattle Post-IntelligencerAvenue D, Puyallup, Pierce CountyBoom & Bust

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