John Ham
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- Jun 1, 1888The Last Breath in Walla Walla: A Mother’s Collapse as Her Son Faces the GallowsIn May 1888, John Ham was sentenced to death for murder in Washington Territory. His mother, Mrs. Pyle, broke down in court, while their co-conspirator fled the state, leaving the family to face the ultimate penalty.Walla Walla, WA
- Jan 8, 1895The 1895 Push to Split Seattle From King CountyA Chamber of Commerce meeting with new state legislators turned into a drive to separate Seattle from King County—and to force the school board to live within its means.Chamber of Commerce, Seattle, WA