Councilman Hawley
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- Feb 4, 1904The Ghost Stories of the City ReservoirWhile typhoid fever rages in Tacoma, the city council struggles to address public panic over rumors of bodies dumped in the water supply.Tacoma, WA
- Jul 27, 1904The Battle for Tacoma’s TreesCitizens revolt against a plan to destroy shade trees to make way for unsightly power poles.Tacoma, WA
- Aug 18, 1904The Council’s Cold Shoulder to South TacomaA fiery exchange in the Tacoma City Council reveals deep tensions over public safety resources in the South Tacoma district.South Tacoma, Tacoma, WA
- Sep 20, 1904City Council Slashes Infrastructure BudgetCouncil finance committee moves to tighten the city's belt, cutting bridge and sewer projects despite resistance.Tacoma, WA
- Jan 30, 1909City Council Faces Backlash Over Secret Salary HikeTacoma politicians attempt to abolish civil service and quadruple their own pay while blocking the popular commission government plan.Tacoma, WA
- Mar 3, 1909The East End Fire FightAfter a local shop burned down, a councilman demands improved water access and fire equipment for the city's growing East End.Tacoma, WA