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Not-guilty plea filed for two murder suspects

Ng and Mak plead not guilty to Wah Mee murders, article mentions hidden evidence.

Pair accused of killing 13 in Chinatown plead not guilty

Article describes evidence witheld, possible alibi for Ng and plea of 'not guilty' by Ng and Mak.

'Gang war' feard after 13 murdered

Gang activities in International District/ Chinatown in Seattle, and other cities. Article raises question of tong reprisals and whether tongs played a role in Massacre. Mentions tong domain areas in Seattle.

Guns and $15,000 at homes of suspects

Article discusses arrest of suspects Ng and Mak, police attempts to get tips from Chinatown community, evidence found at residences of Ng and Mak.

Suspects face capital-murder charges

Describes charging suspects Ng and Mak with crimes, finding evidence at suspects' residences and details about crime scene.

The first victim to be buried is called a 'devoted family man'

Describes funeral and memories of victim Wing O. Wong.

Remark in bad taste, Royer says

Seattle mayor, Charles Royer complains about political remarks made in time of Wah Mee Massacre. United Press International.

Victims wouldnt even tell of crime

Describes previous incidents in which police had difficulty dealing with crimes in International District/ Chinatown, and suspect Ng's criminal background.

One suspect in killings had trouble for years

Article discusses suspect Ng's personal life, previous convictions. Mentions court plans to charge Ng and Mak for crimes.

Secrets of Chinatown

Discusses gambling in International District/Chinatown and police involvment in area.