Jacky Smokalem
Named in 4 stories. Back to all names
- Jan 8, 1904Accused Murderer Seeks Trial on Puyallup ReservationJacky Smokalem survives a suicide attempt while awaiting trial for the murder of his wife.Puyallup reservation, Tacoma, WA
- Jan 13, 1904The Interpreter’s StandoffA courtroom drama unfolds when a key Indigenous interpreter refuses to work without guaranteed pay, stalling a high-stakes murder case.Tacoma, WA
- Mar 10, 1904Tragedy on the Muckleshoot ReservationA jury convicts Jacky Smokalem of killing his wife after a fatal domestic dispute, while a local tribal leader's own heroism in the Indian Wars is recounted during the trial.Muckleshoot Reservation, Auburn, WA
- Apr 1, 1904Predatory Lending Against Tribal LandLegal battle initiates to annul a property deed used as predatory collateral for a small cash loan.Tacoma, WA