Constable Thornton
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- May 18, 1878The Pen and the Pistol: A Seattle Saloon BrawlWhen an editor’s satirical writing sparked a public confrontation on Mill Street, a local developer settled the score with a revolver—until his target managed to disarm him.Yesler Way, Seattle, WA
- Aug 13, 1878The Fast Runner and the Stiffed InnkeeperA local foot-racing celebrity thought he could dodge his hotel tab, only to be caught in bed by a constable.Seattle, WA
- Feb 21, 1884Mob terrorizes Chinese store on Washington StreetA group of men and boys pelted a Chinese-owned store with snowballs, forcing their way inside and destroying property until the police intervened.Washington Street, Seattle, WA
- Mar 22, 1885The Hotel Oriental Arson MysteryAn inquest reveals that a fatal Seattle hotel fire was deliberately set with coal oil, as a grieving city searches for the culprit behind the death of Erie Johnson.Seattle, WA
- Aug 29, 1885A Violent Dispute on the White RiverA German laborer and two employees of H. C. Jefls trade blows in a roadside altercation that lands both parties in front of a judge.Auburn, WA
- Sep 5, 1885A Dying Declaration on South Second StreetA Chinese resident is fatally stabbed near the Standard Theater, and his accusation sends a railroad laborer to the county jail.Seattle, WA
- Jul 12, 1887The Sheriff vs. The Election PostersA Seattle lawman is arrested after he goes on a rampage tearing down political advertisements, leading to a physical showdown with a local citizen.Third Ward, Seattle, WA