John Hughes
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- Oct 22, 1887The Hunter and the RunawayA determined civilian investigator tracks a suspect across the West, certain he’s bagged a notorious fugitive, while the target sits in a Seattle jail cell for the minor crime of selling liquor to Indians.Seattle, WA
- Jun 14, 1888The Judge Who Gambled Away His Office: Soderberg’s Dramatic ResignationAfter the grand jury returned five indictments for extortion and malfeasance in office, District Attorney Joseph Soderberg walked into court, tendered his resignation, and declared he would repay every illegal fee to the county treasury.King County Courthouse, Seattle, WA