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- Aug 28, 1894The Water Famine on Kenton HillResidents get water only about three hours a day while Seattle’s two council houses argue over pumps, sprinkling schedules and fire hose.Seattle, WA
- Sep 6, 1894Seattle Tries to Halve Its Street-Light BillA council debate over arc versus incandescent lamps exposed ward rivalries and a fight over how much control the city should keep over a private lighting contract.Seattle, WA
- Jan 15, 1895Seattle Slams the 'Ladies' Entrance' on SaloonsAfter a 2,500-name petition, the city council orders saloons to keep one street entrance and bars the screened side doors and signs that drew women in.Seattle City Hall, Seattle, WA
- Jan 15, 1895The 'Kid Committee' Sinks Andrew JacksonA patronage feud at city hall topples the water works superintendent—then a procedural trick sets up a second vote.Seattle City Hall, Seattle, WA