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Spokane, Washington, the city built around a waterfall, viewed here from scenic Cliff Drive. The city is headquarters for large scale agricultural operations, extensive lumber and mining activities, with manufacturing developing rapidly. 5 of 8 transcontinental railroads that serve the western U. S. converge at Spokane, only point for 200 miles north or south where railroads can cross the Rocky Mountains to Columbia River basin on a reasonable grade. Served by leading air lines; U. S. highways fan out in six directions. |
