Councilman Hill
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- Mar 14, 1899The Saloon Wars: How Seattle’s Council Killed the Fight to Ban Bars from Residential StreetsIn a heated March 1904 council meeting, reformers fought to keep saloons off streets where wives and children walked. The measure failed, revealing deep corruption and the powerful grip of liquor interests on city government.Butler Hotel, Seattle
- Apr 4, 1899The Mayor’s Gambit: Humes Defers to Council as Seattle Sweeps Away Its Gambling densIn a rare moment of unified reform, the City Council has ordered the closure of all gambling houses and restricted saloons in the business district. Mayor Humes, citing legal ambiguity over the saloon ordinance but promising strict enforcement against lotteries, leaves the fate of Seattle’s vice industry to the police chief.Butler Hotel, Seattle
- Apr 29, 1899The Great Welcome: Seattle Plans a 'Rousing' Ovation for Returning War HeroesMayor Humes and city officials rally behind a public subscription to fund fireworks, banquets, and even a mock battle at Lake Washington to greet the Washington Volunteers returning from Manila.Lake Washington Park, Seattle, WA
- Jun 10, 1899The Price of a Circus: Seattle Council Fights Over 'Rubbing It All' for Big TopIn 1903, the City Council clashed over licensing fees for Ringling Bros., with one councilman arguing that theatrical companies already take enough money from the public.Seattle, WA
- Aug 1, 1899The Fight for Woodland ParkA bold move by the Seattle City Council to secure 100 acres of prime land sparks a municipal debate over the future of the city's green space.Woodland Park, Seattle, WA