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March 17, 1892
Aberdeen Herald
Aberdeen, Grays Harbor County, Washington
What is this article about?
Lieutenant George D. Allen suggests hosting the state militia's annual encampment at Peterson's Point (Westport beach) to benefit the local area by drawing visitors from the Sound and inland cities, promoting sea breezes, bathing, and establishing it as a popular summer resort.
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The proposition suggested by Lieutenant George D. Allen of holding the annual encampment of the state militia at Peterson's Point (Westport beach) is a most excellent one, and if accepted by the military authorities, will result beneficially not only to the Point but to the whole Harbor, as the assemblage of such a body of men will induce many excursions from the Sound, and the people who come cannot but be pleased with our section of the country. East of the mountains the members of the militia have few opportunities to enjoy the sea breezes and bathing, and the close proximity of the camp to the seashore will be an added inducement for them to attend this year.
This is the nearest and most accessible ocean beach to the inland cities of the state, and once known it will soon become the most popular summer resort. By all means let us secure the encampment.
This is the nearest and most accessible ocean beach to the inland cities of the state, and once known it will soon become the most popular summer resort. By all means let us secure the encampment.
What sub-type of article is it?
Military Proposal
Local Promotion
What keywords are associated?
Militia Encampment
Westport Beach
Peterson Point
Summer Resort
Lieutenant Allen
What entities or persons were involved?
Lieutenant George D. Allen
Where did it happen?
Peterson's Point (Westport Beach)
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Key Persons
Lieutenant George D. Allen
Location
Peterson's Point (Westport Beach)
Story Details
Lieutenant George D. Allen proposes holding the state militia's annual encampment at Peterson's Point, which would attract excursions from the Sound, please visitors, provide sea breezes and bathing for inland militia members, and establish the area as a popular summer resort.