W. A. Snyder
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- Jan 11, 1891The Price of Efficiency: Seattle's First Charter CrisisIn 1891, the city government struggled to adapt its new charter, clashing over the hidden costs of 'efficiency,' the payment of workers in devalued scrip, and the professionalization of city services.Seattle, WA
- Aug 15, 1894The City Wants Its Fair Share: Republican Wards Revolt Over Delegate MathThree ward clubs storm the county Republican committee to protest an apportionment that hands the countryside outsized power — and the committee adjourns without budging an inch.Seattle, WA
- Sep 11, 1894The Republicans Who Tried to Fuse With the DemocratsA dissident Republican meeting at Grand Army Hall named a conference committee to cut a county-ticket deal with Democrats—then the city attorney walked out.Seattle, WA
- Sep 14, 1894The Sorehead Movement Meets Its FuneralSeattle independents gather at the G.A.R. hall to plan a fusion ticket, then quietly prepare to let their revolt die.Seattle, WA