The Double-Cross · Issue #021 · October 23, 2026

Two Xs. A story worth knowing.

You have seen the double-cross on a flag, a barn, or a hat. Here is the short answer when someone asks what it means.

The two Xs stand for the double-cross that Jefferson campaigners said they had received from California and Oregon. The seal’s gold pan and its complaint date to the 1941 campaign.

We put together a short, sourced guide to the symbol, the roads that helped drive the campaign, and the difference between the proposed state and the regional name that survived.

Read why the flag has two Xs

A better rhythm for The Double-Cross

From here, expect two issues a month: the first and third Thursdays. Each will have one story worth your time, useful links, and an occasional look at the shop.

The story on your gear

We have brought the dad hat, T shirt, and flag to the front of the shop. They are made to order. Check the size details and allow production time before shipping.

See the featured gear

Thanks for reading,
Zach
State Jefferson

History sources: Jeff LaLande, Oregon Historical Quarterly, 2017 and The Oregon Encyclopedia.