John H. Schively
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- May 20, 1909A Scandal in OlympiaAs political corruption scandals rock Washington State, local labor advocates argue that an apathetic electorate is just as guilty as the corrupt politicians.Olympia, WA
- Aug 12, 1909A Special Session Becomes an Impeachment CourtWashington lawmakers returned to Olympia to try Insurance Commissioner Schively, with the accused demanding that more than a dozen senators be disqualified as biased judges.Olympia, WA
- Sep 2, 1909Acquitted by His Own Senate, and the Governor Says the People Will Judge HimWashington's insurance commissioner beat all twelve impeachment charges on a 14-to-26 vote. Governor Hay called it a violation of the senators' oaths — and handed the case to the voters.Olympia, WA