Seattle Visit Delights Ames Travelers in 1909
A letter from Ames, Iowa, describes arrival in Seattle on April 12 1909. The writer details Queen Anne Hill bungalow life with modern amenities, water supply, and views of Puget Sound. He mentions ships in port, Mt Rainier and Mt Tacoma debates, and plans for a summer with possible jobs but intent to enjoy the sights and health of his wife.
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Thos
Thompson
Ames
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Pew
Portland
Oregon
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Queen Anne
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Olympic Mountains
Cascades
Rainier
Mt. Ranier
Mt. Tacoma
Bay
Tacoma
Mt. Rainier
Earth
Heaven
Puget Sound
Jerusalem
New York
Cascade Range
Yonder Grove
O’brien
Geo. Ashford
Ashford
Story Counnty
Freshmen win field meet over East Des Moines high school
The college freshman track team defeated East Des Moines HS 75 to 52 in a dual field meet. Gates led in the 100 yard dash and broad jump, edging Baird as East High supporters voiced disappointment. Other events saw Des Moines win the broad jump and perform well in pole vault sprints and distance races.
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Des Moines
Gates
Baird
East High
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