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  1. The Tragedy at Spanaway Lake

    A man’s body, found tethered to heavy freight car brake shoes, offers a grim mystery in the woods near Tacoma.

    May 9, 1892The Seattle Post-IntelligencerSpanaway Lake, Spanaway, Pierce CountyTrue Crime

  2. Mange Outbreak Hits Spanaway

    A dangerous animal disease threatens the local economy, as officials scramble to isolate horses and dogs to prevent further contagion.

    Apr 14, 1904The Tacoma TimesSpanaway, Pierce CountyDisasters

  3. A Fourth of July Tragedy at Spanaway Lake

    A widowed mother’s holiday outing ends in horror when her two young sons are severely burned by accidental fireworks explosions.

    Jul 4, 1893The Seattle Post-IntelligencerSpanaway Lake, Spanaway, Pierce CountyDisasters

  4. Seeking Redress for the Snake River Conflict

    A Hillhurst man prepares a government claim for losses sustained during the Indian wars of 1851.

    Jun 5, 1893The Seattle Post-IntelligencerSpanaway, Pierce CountyExclusion & Resistance

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