James Foster
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- Jun 1, 1892The Price of a 'Pull' in Seattle's Police ForceSeven officers were fired to make room for the mayor's favorites, sparking outrage over political patronage.Seattle, WA
- Jun 23, 1892The Fire Department Pay-to-Play ScandalMayor J. T. Ronald suspends a fire commissioner over allegations of accepting bribes from a stoker seeking job security and appointment.Seattle, WA
- Jun 23, 1892Bribery Scandal in the Fire DepartmentMayor J. T. Ronald accuses Fire Commissioner James Foster of taking bribes to influence personnel appointments.Seattle, WA
- Jun 25, 1892City Hall Bribery ScandalA fire commissioner is accused of selling positions, sparking a heated political inquiry.Seattle, WA
- Jul 2, 1892Fire Commissioner Resigns Amid Bribery ScandalAfter the city council clears Fire Commissioner James Foster of bribery charges, he abruptly resigns from his position.Seattle City Hall, Seattle, WA
- Mar 23, 1894Suspended Fireman Demands His Job BackA local firefighter, fired for allegedly bribing a commissioner to secure his position, shows up to work daily to prove his employment status.Seattle, WA
- Sep 8, 1894The Fireman Who Accused His Commissioner—Then Sued the CityOswald R. Vitzthum says Seattle owes him years of pay and that he was never legally discharged after accusing a former fire commissioner of taking money for jobs.Superior Court of Washington for King County, Seattle, WA