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Washington Gets New State Capitol at Olympia
The article outlines Olympia's developing capitol plan funded by federal land grant value now estimated at six million dollars. It describes the Temple of Justice and grand capitol complex, cost projections of 1.5 million for Temple of Justice and 3 to 4 million for the main capitol, plus executive offices and the governor’s mansion. It notes Olympia’s growth with industry and port ideas while emphasizing state pride in the capital.
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Columbia River
Oregon
Columbia
Michael T. Simmons
Port Vancouver
Vogel Sound
Deuschutes
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Mount Rainier
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