John Sullivan
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- Dec 21, 1876The Industrial Heart of Pioneer SeattleA look at the bustling shops and specialized trades fueling the growth of the town, from ironworks to the newly opened brick storefronts on Front Street.Commercial Street, Seattle, WA
- Aug 31, 1878The Great Seattle Construction Boom of 1878Falling material costs spark a building frenzy in the frontier town, signaling a rapid expansion for early property owners.Seattle, WA
- Apr 9, 1882The Real Estate Gold Rush: How Seattle’s Early Boomers Made Millions on DirtA Sunday editorial in the Post-Intelligencer lays bare the staggering profits of land speculation in 1883, revealing how a few savvy investors turned hundreds of dollars into fortunes through sheer timing and location.Seattle, WA
- Jan 13, 1886The Peril of the Newcastle Coal MineA coal miner appeals directly to the Territorial Governor after local officials ignore warnings of a persistent, dangerous fire at the Newcastle mines.Newcastle, WA
- Apr 12, 1893Vigilante Justice Looms in SkykomishAn assistant engineer reports that a gang of gamblers and outlaws has taken control of the Great Northern Railroad laborers' camp.Skykomish, WA
- Jan 5, 1904Police Corruption Allegations Spark City Hall ShowdownTacoma City Council members pressure the Mayor to dismiss the Police Chief over alleged bribery.City Hall, Tacoma, WA