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Painting by Isaac Claesz Van Swanenburg of workers in Leiden’s wool industry

On December 18, 1620, the English ship Mayflower docks at modern-day Plymouth, Massachusetts, and its passengers prepare to begin their new settlement, Plymouth Colony.

The famous Mayflower story began in 1606, when a group of reform-minded Puritans in Nottinghamshire, England, founded their own church, separate from the state-sanctioned Church of England. Accused of treason, they were forced to leave the country and settle in the more tolerant Netherlands. After 12 years of struggling to adapt and make a decent living, the group sought financial backing from some London merchants to set up a colony in America. On September 6, 1620, 102 passengers–dubbed Pilgrims by William Bradford, a passenger who would become the first governor of Plymouth Colony—crowded on the Mayflower to begin the long, hard journey to a new life in the New World.

Thu, Dec 18, 12:00 PM PST to Thu, Dec 18, 7:00 PM PST

What

South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 to 50 mph expected.

Where

Eastern Kitsap County, City of Seattle, Downtown Everett / Marysville Area, Eastside, Foothills and Valleys of Central King County, and Shoreline / Lynnwood / South Everett Area.

When

From noon today to 7 PM PST this evening.

Impacts

Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

Summary

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicles. Secure outdoor objects. Secure outdoor objects.

Issued By

NWS Seattle WA

Wed, Dec 17, 3:43 AM PST to Thu, Dec 18, 4:00 PM PST

What

Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.

Where

Portions of northwest and west central Washington, including the following counties, in northwest Washington: Grays Harbor, Skagit and Whatcom. In western central Washington, King, Lewis, Pierce, Snohomish, and Thurston.

When

Through Thursday afternoon.

Impacts

Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris. Area creeks and streams are running high and could flood with more heavy rain.

Summary

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS… – Urban and small stream flooding remains possible for areas with poor drainage. Very saturated soils will maintain increased risk for potential landslides and debris flows off of burn scars. – http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

Issued By

NWS Seattle WA

1943

DEC17

Congress passes the Magnuson Act, which allows Chinese immigrants to become naturalized U.S. citizens and vote. It repealed the 1882 Chinese Exclusion Act, one of America’s most discriminatory laws, but still imposed strict immigration quotas.

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