E. A. Gardner
Named in 3 stories. Back to all names
- Jul 1, 1888The Smuggler's Shield: How a Seattle Customs Chief Defended Himself in TacomaIn the height of the 1888 opium smuggling scandal, Chief Inspector Gardner takes the stand in Tacoma, claiming he was set up by political rivals to cover his own failures.Tacoma, WA
- Aug 23, 1888The Swindler in the Customs HouseA former customs official turned smuggling mastermind uses a fake 'special detective' scheme to trick colleagues and line his own pockets with molasses-filled trunks.Seattle, WA
- May 19, 1892Infamous Opium Smuggler Returns HomeAfter serving four years in the state penitentiary, a former customs inspector turned criminal is back in Seattle.Diller Hotel, Seattle, WA