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Classic Archives photos capture blossom time

Classic Archives photos capture blossom time

Seeing trees and flowers in bloom is one of the highlights of spring. Nowhere is that more evident than Central Washington’s fruit orchards, where blossoming apple, cherry and pear trees add a dash of pretty color to the landscape this time of year. These classic photos found on the State Digital Archives show what we’re talking about. The top photo, taken in the 1920, features an orchard in bloom in the Wenatchee Valley. The bottom photo shows blossoming rhododendrons, Washington’s…

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Time to vote on July “Library jewels”

Time to vote on July “Library jewels”

July may have passed, but we’ve launched the online poll featuring July’s “Library jewels.” These are three cool, interesting or rare items found in the State Library. July jewel #1 is a collection of historic books on fruit growing.  July jewel #2 is a slide presentation of the 1914 Sedro-Woolley bank robbery. And July jewel #3 is a rare collection of 1908 political business cards.  Since this year’s Primary Election ends Tuesday, you and other Washington voters should be in…

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