Monticello Convention Black Walnut threatened, Longview, WA
N 46° 06.942 W 122° 54.789
10T E 506710 N 5106906
This ancient black walnut tree is being threatened by the expansion of the railroad.
Waymark Code: WMKGAF
Location: Washington, United States
Date Posted: 04/11/2014
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This old black walnut is said to be more than 160 years old, having been planted in the historic village of Monticello (near present day Longview) to commemorate the petition to break Washington Territory away from Oregon. The tree is being threatened by the expansion of the rails.
Type of publication: Newspaper
When was the article reported?: 11/19/2009
Publication: the Seattle Times
Article Url: [Web Link]
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How widespread was the article reported?: regional
News Category: Entertainment
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