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| Year | Stories |
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| 1854 | 10 |
| 1858 | 3 |
| 1860 | 2 |
| 1861 | 8 |
| 1862 | 7 |
| 1863 | 7 |
| 1865 | 1 |
| 1871 | 2 |
| 1872 | 17 |
| 1876 | 75 |
| 1877 | 51 |
| 1878 | 32 |
| 1879 | 2 |
| 1880 | 12 |
| 1882 | 11 |
| 1883 | 51 |
| 1884 | 52 |
| 1885 | 79 |
| 1886 | 52 |
| 1887 | 54 |
| 1888 | 43 |
| 1889 | 114 |
| 1890 | 17 |
| 1891 | 69 |
| 1892 | 199 |
| 1893 | 195 |
| 1894 | 168 |
| 1895 | 132 |
| 1897 | 7 |
| 1898 | 23 |
| 1899 | 36 |
| 1900 | 11 |
| 1902 | 6 |
| 1903 | 92 |
| 1904 | 78 |
| 1905 | 9 |
| 1907 | 2 |
| 1908 | 30 |
| 1909 | 60 |
| 1910 | 18 |
| 1911 | 12 |
| 1912 | 2 |
| 1914 | 10 |
| 1915 | 14 |
| 1916 | 28 |
| 1917 | 11 |
| 1918 | 4 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1925 | 3 |
| 1929 | 2 |
195 stories matching regard
- Mayor Ronald Defends His Appointment
Mayor Ronald addresses criticism regarding the appointment of J. M. Wolfe to the Board of Public Works.
- A Soldier's Final Quiet
After surviving the perils of the Civil War, Col. J.W. Clark loses his life in a tragic Seattle streetcar accident.
- A Theosophical Dispute Over a $100 Forfeit
A local skeptic challenges a Theosophist’s claim regarding Madame Blavatsky, arguing that the movement justifies evil under the guise of 'Karma.'
- The Water Works Scandal
Ex-superintendent W. E. Wilson fights back against corruption allegations and his former board.
- The City Treasurer Absconds
Seattle City Treasurer Adolph Krug flees to British Columbia amid reports of a massive $30,000 deficit in the municipal treasury.
- Puyallup Leader Peter Stanup Found Dead in River
A prominent Puyallup leader disappears, sparking fears of foul play and 'shanghaiing' amidst intense tensions over railroad grading on the reservation.
- The Port Angeles Townsite Dispute
Settlers protest the federal government's slow and vacillating policy regarding the appraisement of land titles in Port Angeles.
- The Battle Over Seattle’s High School Future
A debate on the school board regarding the legality and necessity of funding a dedicated high school facility.
- The Politics of Washington Coal
A fiery Chamber of Commerce debate pits local labor interests against the influx of British Columbian coal.
- The State's Sudden War on Cigarettes
Washington moves to ban the sale and manufacture of cigarettes, setting up a clash with the powerful American Tobacco Company.
- A Father’s Long Journey to Find His Missing Daughter
Thomas Holgate arrives in Seattle from South Dakota, heartbroken and desperate for answers regarding the disappearance of his daughter, Nellie, whose mysterious case remains unsolved.
- Spokane Was Ready to Rotten-Egg Jim Hill
The Great Northern's freight rates left Spokane merchants bitter enough to organize, sue, and threaten the railroad baron with produce.
- The Health Officer's Ultimatum
Dr. Palmer declares he will no longer pick up the slack for the city's refusal to fund indigent medical care.
- The Strange Journey of a Dismissal Letter
A delayed letter of dismissal, postmarked weeks after it was written, adds a layer of intrigue to the high-stakes probate battle surrounding the Yesler estate.
- The Counterfeit Gold Caper
A confidence man who passed imitation gold coins in Aberdeen has been tracked down by federal authorities.
- The Unhallowed Site of a Parsonage
A dispute over a church building on the Puyallup reservation cemetery reveals the discovery of Indigenous burials beneath the structure.
- Political Power at the Door of the Grand Jury
Prominent political and financial figures are called to testify regarding suspicious city treasury loans.
- The Monkey and the Parachute
A Seattle balloonist's aerial act for the Humane Society's consideration.
- The Mayor's Report Card
The Post-Intelligencer critiques Mayor Ronald's annual message, specifically challenging his claims regarding police success and municipal debt.
- The Fire Chief’s Citizenship Scandal
A legal dismissal for the Seattle Fire Chief is thrown into doubt by conflicting sworn statements regarding his birthplace.
- Fatal Panic Following a Cruel Hoax
A woman drowns in a desperate escape attempt after a stranger falsely claims a Seattle saloon is under quarantine.
- Families Sue Mine Owners Over Roslyn Disaster
Massive litigation is underway following a deadly mine explosion, threatening the company with bankruptcy.
- The Mayor's Hat Scandal
Snohomish citizens stage a humorous protest when the Mayor ditches his traditional straw hat for the season.
- City Council Denies Police Expansion Amidst Infrastructure Debates
Aldermen reject a bid for fifteen additional officers while debating the undergrounding of electric wires.
- Assault on Jackson Street
A violent confrontation at the corner of Jackson and South Third leaves one man hospitalized and others facing justice.