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Neighbors: Album

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The Neighbors "Album" showcases historical photographs for the communities being profiled. Click on one of the thumbnail images below to see a larger, more detailed picture with detailed caption. These are from the Museum of History and Industry.

Sears, Roebuck
In 1912, Sears opened its first catalog center outside Chicago here.

Railyard
Tracks, mainly, were visible in 1913 looking north from the Sears building.

Businesses
Shops were already lining First Avenue south of King Street between 1903 and 1905.

  Also this week Saturday, April 11, 1998

It's gritty, blue-collar and sometimes home

Residents and businesses fear new stadiums will paralyze traffic

Sears' legacy, Starbucks' action and Frank Stagen's vision

How to find a few frills and thrills amid the factories

It's a hit when former restaurateur switches to supply side

Urban art, barbeque and one huge building open to the public -- check it out

By the numbers


Nearby communities:

    Georgetown

    International District

    Pioneer Square

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