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3 stories matching seattlit

Scanning errors are common in old newsprint. Also try:seattl, seattleit, seattlian, seattlean, seattleck, seatit

  1. Tacoma Takes a Win in the War of the Rails

    Tacoma boosters celebrate a victory as the Great Northern Railroad prepares to move its commissary operations from Seattle to Tacoma.

    Mar 23, 1909The Tacoma TimesTacoma, Pierce CountyBoom & Bust

  2. An Electrifying Encounter at the Drug Store

    A Seattlite's bonnet catches fire, leading to a rather unconventional rescue by an observant clerk.

    Jul 12, 1889The Mason County JournalSeattle, King CountyStrange But True

  3. The Sudden Death of William J. Kulp

    A Seattlite collapses on First Avenue while out for a morning cigar, leaving behind a family and a community in shock.

    Jul 31, 1899The Seattle StarFirst Avenue, Seattle, King County

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