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- The Political Reckoning in Spokane
A landslide victory for Republicans in Spokane signals a growing wave of public frustration with Democratic city administrations across Washington state.
- The Trial of a Fallen City Treasurer
A scathing editorial lambasts former City Treasurer Krug for his 'technical' defense after being caught embezzling public funds.
- The Great Seattle Fire Department Mutiny
Twenty-seven veteran firemen resigned in protest after a political appointment replaced their chief, leaving the city with an untested crew.
- The Last Frontier: Washington Admitted to the Union
As President Harrison signs the 'Omnibus Bill,' Seattle celebrates the end of territorial status and the dawn of statehood for the Pacific Northwest.
- The Fire That Saved Us: A Call for a Second Steamer
A Seattle resident writes to the Post-Intelligencer arguing that the recent downtown blaze proves the city’s single fire engine is no longer enough—and demands an immediate duplicate.
- The Brutal Politics of the Benton County Bench
An editorial endorsement attacks a rival candidate, arguing that splitting the vote would hand the superior court seat to an outsider.
- The Great Peace Jubilee: Seattle’s Plan to Outshine Washington City
As the capital prepares for a national celebration of peace, Seattle residents are rallying with unprecedented unanimity to host their own magnificent reception for the First Washington Regiment, promising fireworks on Puget Sound and a naval battle reenactment.
- Walla Walla's Water War: Springs, a Bank, and a $250,000 Bond
In December 1903, an editorial backed Councilman Glasford's plan to use Thomas Springs rather than buy bank-owned ranch land or bond for Mill Creek water.
- The Treasurer They Refused to Seat
A thousand men packed Seattle's Armory to demand that John W. Maple take office as county treasurer, threatening a tax strike against King County commissioners — until a collection plate emptied the room.