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"They Got Tony": Three Simple Words echo through streets of Chinatown

Residents of Chinatown react to the news that Tony Ng is arrested in Canada, in connection to the Wah Mee Massacre.

An Inside Look at Sumner's Rhubarb Industry

Mentions: Kay Ota, Julio Mina, M. Ota.

Chinatown: 'This is the safest community in Seattle'

Summary of the recent housing developments in the Chinatown/International District and police belief that, in spite of Wah Mee massacre, the worst problem is street alcoholics.

Wah Mee

Comprehensive summary of the massacre, the criminals and their background.

Mayor, Chief came to listen but accent was on silence

Mayor and police chief urge cooperation with officials, ask for information. Crowd is unwilling to talk.

Parade of black suits: 13 killings leave a mark

Article describes funeral customers at the Mon Hei Bakery and the crime scene at the Wah Mee. Interviews community members about potential tong involvment and discusses businesses in the area such as Liem's pet shop.

Great Wall: 13 murders left Chinatown ringed with silence

Rick Anderson writes about reporting difficulties and responds to International Examiner's accusations about stereotyping and language issues.

After years of closure due to pollution, Puget Sound's shellfish operations are back in business

After years of closure due to pollution, Puget Sound's shellfish operations are back in business. Profiles Jerry Yamashita's Western Oyster Co..