James C. Saunders
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- Jun 28, 1893The Perilous Seat of the Customs CollectorA history of the Puget Sound customs office reveals a chronicle of smugglers, political infighting, and violent tragedies.Port Townsend, WA
- Jan 13, 1894The Jefferson County Political VolcanoA local Democratic club launches a full-scale mutiny against the Collector of Customs, accusing him of cronyism and financial improprieties.Port Townsend, WA
- Jan 16, 1894The Port Townsend Democratic UprisingA raucous meeting of the Young Men's Democratic Club in Port Townsend erupts in chaos as members pass scathing resolutions condemning Collector of Customs James C. Saunders for cronyism and alleged corruption.City Hall, Port Townsend, WA
- Jan 17, 1894Political Uprising at the Port Townsend Democratic ClubA planned 'indignation meeting' against the local customs collector backfires, leading to a party coup and the removal of the club's president.Port Townsend, WA