Capital that's home to the oldest university in the Western U.S. (1842) Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Friday, October 17, 2025 · 42-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Friday, October 17, 2025.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · October 17, 2025 · 42-Down · 5 letters
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capital of the state of Oregon in the northwestern part of the state on the Willamette River
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