Crossword: First Settlers #02

Lupe Sims (left), organizer of the celebration of Indigenous Peoples Day and David West, director emeritus of the Native American Studies department at SOU, begin the flag ceremony in the Stevenson Union building at SOU. The flags of nine Oregon tribes were hung in the student union atrium. Bob Palermini photo
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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