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Crossword: First Settlers #02

October 10, 2025

This week’s theme: four hidden tribes who had to leave our area, in recognition of Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
Solve it in your browser or download and print. Next Friday’s crossword: Enjoy the Ride #03

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Series Crosswords: First Settlers #01
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Explanations of selected entries, theme, clues, etc.: (spoilers)

17A. PLAN THAT GETAWAY; Latgawa
26A. DOES JUMP SQUATS; Umpqua
48A. GETS A HEAD START; Shasta
63A. TAKES IT LIKE A MAN; Takelma

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