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2 stories matching polecat

Scanning errors are common in old newsprint. Also try:pole, pold, polk, poll, polo

  1. The Salvation Army's Odorous Opponents

    A group of young men tried to drive the Salvation Army out of town by dousing their hall in polecat oil.

    Jan 19, 1894The Seattle Post-IntelligencerTacoma, Pierce CountyStrange But True

  2. The Unlucky Commute to Ballard

    A streetcar motorman's decision to maintain speed leads to an aromatic disaster on the Ballard line.

    Oct 16, 1893The Seattle Post-IntelligencerBallard Avenue, Seattle, King CountyStrange But True

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