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3 stories matching boodl

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  1. Boodle Charges and a Vendetta at the University of Washington

    A disgruntled former foreman accuses contractors and regents of corruption in the new state university building, but his allegations are picked apart by those involved.

    Jan 10, 1895The Seattle Post-IntelligencerUniversity of Washington, Seattle, King CountyCity Hall · Scandal

  2. A Senate Seat, a 'Boodle' Cry, and Two Rival Caucus Calls

    With the legislature barely organized, Republicans war over who should go to Washington—accusations of bribes, a strange 'binding' caucus call, and candidates angling for the prize.

    Jan 15, 1895The Seattle Post-IntelligencerWashington State Capitol, Olympia, Thurston CountyCity Hall

  3. The Alderman Who Wanted the $600 Job

    Leander Miller led the fight against John G. Scurry’s confirmation to the board of public works—because Miller wanted the seat himself.

    Jan 27, 1895The Seattle Post-IntelligencerSeattle City Hall, Seattle, King CountyCity Hall · Scandal

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