Seattle Library Commission
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- May 27, 1892City Council's Library Investigation Called a Political StuntThe Post-Intelligencer defends the library commissioners against a toothless investigation initiated by Delegate Lyon.Seattle, WA
- Mar 5, 1895The Library Was Closed Because the Landlord Wouldn't Turn Up the HeatIn 1895, Seattle's public library shut its doors over a $25 balance, unpaid rent, and a landlord who promised warmth 'in the spring.' City Council considered a rescue.Seattle, WA
- Mar 9, 1895Ten Cents a Month to Save Seattle's LibraryWith the library closed for lack of funds, the commission and City Council try a subscription fee—and a last-minute deal to reopen.Seattle City Hall, Seattle, WA
- Mar 12, 1895Ten Cents a Month to Read: Seattle Votes to Put Its Library on the PayrollAfter a night of wrangling, the Board of Aldermen and the House of Delegates agree to spend $250 and charge adult borrowers a monthly fee to keep the circulating department open — over the objection that the city cannot afford it.Seattle City Hall, Seattle, WA