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Keyword(s): David Wilma and Priscilla Long

2 Features

Robinson, Herb (1924-2003)

Herbert F. "Herb" Robinson was an award-winning television and newspaper journalist in Seattle who served as lead editorial writer for The Seattle Times from 1977 to 1989, and as anchor, news director...

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Turning Point 4: Seattle City Light: 100 Years of Public Power

This the fourth in a series of special essays commissioned by The Seattle Times to examine crucial turning points in the history of Seattle and King County. "Seattle City Light" considers public owner...

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2 Timeline Entries

Dutch colonists arrive at Oak Harbor, Whidbey Island, on March 17, 1894.

On March 17, 1894, 18 Dutch colonists, including a cheesemaker, arrive at Oak Harbor on Whidbey Island.

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Labor activist Mother Jones speaks in Seattle on May 30, 1914.

On May 30, 1914, labor activist Mary Harris "Mother" Jones (1837-1930) speaks in Seattle after a "monster memorial parade" to honor those who lost their lives for organized labor. Mother Jones attacks...

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