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4 stories matching tinctur

Scanning errors are common in old newsprint. Also try:junctur, punctur, tin, tina, tine, ting

  1. The Gendered Crisis of the Washington Asylum

    A brief, callous report from 1878 chronicles an individual suffering a mental health crisis, shedding light on the historical intersection of medical pathologization and gender nonconformity in the Pacific Northwest.

    May 1, 1878The Northern StarSteilacoom, Pierce CountyLGBTQ+ Lives · Snake Oil

  2. The Passing of Governor John H. McGraw

    A look back at the life of one of Washington's most influential and determined political figures after his death at the age of 60.

    Jun 30, 1910The Lynden Tribune (Lynden, Wash.) 1908-CurrentOlympia, Thurston CountyCity Hall

  3. A Petition Vanishes and the Fight to Carve Up Spokane County Turns Nasty

    As Olympia weighs a bill to split off the new 'Sprague County,' Spokane Falls editors cry foul over a petition with 300 names that disappeared from an office — and defend a rival editor accused of inventing the theft.

    Oct 20, 1883Spokane Falls ReviewSpokane, Spokane CountyCity Hall

  4. Spokane Falls Finally Gets Water Works

    After years of relying on water carriers and wells, the city council grants a franchise to two newcomers to build a water system, promising fire protection and an end to the water famine.

    Jan 19, 1884Spokane Falls ReviewSpokane, Spokane CountyBoom & Bust · City Hall

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