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2 stories matching fireman

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  1. The Eight-Hour Work Day Comes to Seattle Municipal Contracts

    In June 1899, the Seattle City Council passed a resolution mandating that all municipal contractors must limit their employees to an eight-hour work day.

    Jun 6, 1899The Seattle StarThird Avenue, Seattle, King CountyWork & Pay

  2. Death Reared Its Horrid Head: Steam Heater Explosion Kills Two Men in Downtown Seattle

    A careless Japanese fireman left a boiler unattended at Second and Washington, causing a catastrophic explosion that killed one man instantly and mortally wounded another.

    Mar 22, 1899The Seattle StarDowntown Seattle, Seattle, King CountyDisasters

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