J. C. Syfford
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- Feb 4, 1915Local Labor Beats the Low Bid on the Kennewick-Finley RoadCounty commissioners chose Kennewick’s Wm. Morain over the lowest bidder because he promised local crews and teams instead of trucks.Kennewick, WA
- Jan 11, 1917Benton County's Courthouse Fight Turns Into a Four-Commissioner CircusA newly elected commissioner is kept waiting, a courthouse contract is let in defiance of a court order, and $125,000 in bonds leave just $1,362 for furnishings.Benton County Courthouse, Prosser, WA
- Jan 25, 1917The Dry Law Comes to the Courthouse: Auditor Accused of Pouring Drinks for CommissionersProsecuting Attorney C. W. Fristoe filed four complaints against Auditor J. C. Syfford, alleging he served liquor to county commissioners and others in the commissioners' room. Syfford says he is ready for court.Benton County Courthouse, Prosser, WA
- Jul 26, 1917The Draft Hits Kennewick: Benton County’s First CallSeventy-nine local men are expected to report for duty as the Selective Service lottery begins to reshape the Tri-Cities home front.Kennewick, WA
- Jul 6, 1923The Great Tax Assessment OverhaulBenton County commissioners move to end the 'guesswork' of property valuation by launching a comprehensive land survey.Benton County, WA
- Aug 22, 1924The Fight for a Columbia River HighwayLocal delegations from White Bluffs and Hanford lobby for a state highway to secure the future of the river route.Wenatchee, WA
- Jan 30, 1925Hanford Farmers Seek Security in Long-Running Water Rights BattleAfter years of litigation and uncertainty, Hanford Valley orchardists find hope in a court ruling regarding their rights to the Priest Rapids power plant water supply.Hanford, WA